Korguda - Daundilohara, Balod
Korguda is a village situated in the Daundilohara tehsil of Balod district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Dondiluhara and around 70 km from Durg. Korguda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korguda is 443034. The village covers a total geographical area of 473.32 hectares and falls under the 491226 pincode. Dondiluhara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Korguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dondi Lohara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korguda
As per Census 2011, Korguda village has a total population of 1,951 people, consisting of 941 males and 1,010 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,348 literate and 603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 289 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,951 | 941 | 1,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 90 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 144 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 1,348 | 752 | 596 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 189 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Korguda
Korguda 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 Korguda
Korguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Korguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dondiluhara to Korguda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Korguda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korguda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Korguda
Where is Korguda located?
Korguda village is located in Daundilohara Tehsil, Balod district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korguda?
Korguda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korguda?
The pincode of Korguda is 491226.
What is the population of Korguda?
Korguda has a total population of 1,951, including 941 males and 1,010 females.
How many households are there in Korguda?
There are 387 households in Korguda.
What is the literacy rate in Korguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korguda is 69.09%. Male literacy is 79.91% and female literacy is 59.01%.