Koraia - Adapur, Purbi Champaran
Koraia is a village situated in the Adapur subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from Adapur and around 52 km from Motihari. Koraiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koraia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koraia is 217563. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.8 hectares and falls under the 845301 pincode. Raxaul is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Koraia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Koraia
As per Census 2011, Koraia village has a total population of 5,157 people, consisting of 2,793 males and 2,364 females. The village has 828 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,049 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,801 literate and 3,356 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koraia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,157 | 2,793 | 2,364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,049 | 552 | 497 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 141 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,801 | 1,228 | 573 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,356 | 1,565 | 1,791 |
Nearby Villages of Koraia
Koraia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pach Pokharia | South | 1.84 km |
| Chandarman | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Mutia | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Kanunia | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Dhabdhabwa | West | 3.21 km |
| Tikulia | South | 3.30 km |
| Shampur | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Katkenwa | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Kurminia | South | 3.86 km |
| Jhitkahia | South | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koraia
Public transport in the Koraia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pachpokharia, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raxaul to Koraia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Koraia is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koraia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koraia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koraia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koraia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Koraia
Where is Koraia located?
Koraia village is located in Adapur Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koraia?
The Gram Panchayat of Koraia is Koraiya.
What is the pincode of Koraia?
The pincode of Koraia is 845301.
What is the population of Koraia?
Koraia has a total population of 5,157, including 2,793 males and 2,364 females.
How many households are there in Koraia?
There are 828 households in Koraia.
What is the literacy rate in Koraia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koraia is 34.92%. Male literacy is 43.97% and female literacy is 24.24%.