Korja Village - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Korja is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from Gaurella and around 119 km from Bilaspur. Korja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korja is 437446. The village covers a total geographical area of 1193.17 hectares and falls under the 495117 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Korja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korja
As per Census 2011, Korja village has a total population of 3,420 people, consisting of 1,742 males and 1,678 females. The village has 879 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 455 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,920 literate and 1,500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,697 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korja are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,420 | 1,742 | 1,678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 227 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 142 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,697 | 874 | 823 |
| Literate Population | 1,920 | 1,146 | 774 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,500 | 596 | 904 |
Nearby Villages of Korja
Korja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tendumuda | South | 1.90 km |
| Kanhari | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Khamali Khurd | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Gangpur | North | 3.10 km |
| Khamali Kalan | West | 3.23 km |
| Bijarwar | East | 3.39 km |
| Jhagra Khand | South | 3.42 km |
| Dounjra | East | 3.52 km |
| Belgahna | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Lalpur | North-East | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korja
Korja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harri, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaurella to Korja is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Korja is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korja 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korja
Where is Korja located?
Korja village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korja?
Korja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korja?
The pincode of Korja is 495117.
What is the population of Korja?
Korja has a total population of 3,420, including 1,742 males and 1,678 females.
How many households are there in Korja?
There are 879 households in Korja.
What is the literacy rate in Korja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korja is 56.14%. Male literacy is 65.79% and female literacy is 46.13%.