Korgaon - Magarlod, Dhamtari
Korgaon is a village situated in the Magarlod tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Magarlod and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Korgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korgaon is 446970. The village covers a total geographical area of 391.75 hectares and falls under the 493662 pincode. Magarlod is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Korgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korgaon
As per Census 2011, Korgaon village has a total population of 602 people, consisting of 293 males and 309 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 334 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 602 | 293 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 44 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 86 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 192 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 101 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Korgaon
Korgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jarandi | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Halia | West | 2.80 km |
| Kalgaon | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Kongera | East | 3.35 km |
| Korahobeda | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Seonipal | West | 4.24 km |
| Sidhawand | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Pradhancherra | West | 5.13 km |
| Manjhicherra | West | 5.19 km |
| Tenwasa | South | 5.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korgaon
Korgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Magarlod to Korgaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Korgaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Korgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korgaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Korgaon
Where is Korgaon located?
Korgaon village is located in Magarlod Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korgaon?
Korgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korgaon?
The pincode of Korgaon is 493662.
What is the population of Korgaon?
Korgaon has a total population of 602, including 293 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Korgaon?
There are 162 households in Korgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Korgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korgaon is 55.48%. Male literacy is 65.53% and female literacy is 45.95%.