Koriawan - Phulwari, Patna
Koriawan is a village situated in the Phulwari subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulwari and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Koriayawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koriawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koriawan is 245358. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 801505 pincode. Phuwari is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Koriawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Koriawan
According to the 2011 Census, Koriawan village had a total population of 2,229 people, including 1,183 males and 1,046 females, living in 386 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.80%, with male literacy at 80.06% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 492.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,229 | 1,183 | 1,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 205 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 492 | 251 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,271 | 783 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 958 | 400 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Koriawan
Koriawan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Koriawan
Public transport in the Koriawan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Koriawan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phuwari to Koriawan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Koriawan is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koriawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koriawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koriawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koriawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Koriawan
Where is Koriawan located?
Koriawan village is located in Phulwari Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koriawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Koriawan is Koriayawan.
What is the pincode of Koriawan?
The pincode of Koriawan is 801505.
What is the population of Koriawan?
Koriawan had a total population of 2,229, including 1,183 males and 1,046 females.
How many households are there in Koriawan?
Koriawan had 386 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koriawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koriawan was 69.80%. Male literacy was 80.06% and female literacy was 57.89%.