Korsaguda - Usur, Bijapur
Korsaguda is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Korasguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korsaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korsaguda is 450906. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.87 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 147 km away.
Korsaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korsaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Korsaguda village had a total population of 323 people, including 150 males and 173 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,153 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.67%, with male literacy at 23.39% and female literacy at 0.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 323.
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 | 323 | 150 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 26 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 150 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 29 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 121 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Korsaguda
Korsaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baknagulguda | West | 1.24 km |
| Biraguda | North | 1.33 km |
| Lingagiri | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Sarkeguda | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Rajpeta | West | 2.25 km |
| Dholeguda | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Oautpalli | East | 2.95 km |
| Basaguda | West | 3.32 km |
| Kasiguda | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Dharamapur | North-West | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korsaguda
Korsaguda 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 Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Korsaguda is about 147 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Korsaguda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korsaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korsaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Korsaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korsaguda 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Korsaguda
Where is Korsaguda located?
Korsaguda village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korsaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Korsaguda is Korasguda.
What is the pincode of Korsaguda?
The pincode of Korsaguda is 494447.
What is the population of Korsaguda?
Korsaguda had a total population of 323, including 150 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Korsaguda?
Korsaguda had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korsaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korsaguda was 11.67%. Male literacy was 23.39% and female literacy was 0.75%.