Korda Village - Lavan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Korda is a village situated in the Lavan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Baloda Bazar and around 105 km from Raipur. Korda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korda is 443812. The village covers a total geographical area of 701 hectares and falls under the 493526 pincode. Baloda Bazar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Korda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasdol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korda
As per Census 2011, Korda village has a total population of 2,357 people, consisting of 1,208 males and 1,149 females. The village has 438 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 442 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,337 literate and 1,020 illiterate residents. Additionally, 324 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,357 | 1,208 | 1,149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 442 | 237 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 183 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 48 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 1,337 | 832 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,020 | 376 | 644 |
Nearby Villages of Korda
Korda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dongra | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Ahilda | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Sarkhor | North | 3.49 km |
| Karda | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Parsapali | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Dongridih | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Tilda | East | 4.32 km |
| Singhari | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Dhandhani | West | 4.86 km |
| Barda | West | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korda
Korda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nipania, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baloda Bazar to Korda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Korda is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Korda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korda 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Korda
Where is Korda located?
Korda village is located in Lavan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korda?
Korda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korda?
The pincode of Korda is 493526.
What is the population of Korda?
Korda has a total population of 2,357, including 1,208 males and 1,149 females.
How many households are there in Korda?
There are 438 households in Korda.
What is the literacy rate in Korda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korda is 56.72%. Male literacy is 68.87% and female literacy is 43.95%.