Koranga Mal - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Koranga Mal is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Korangamaal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koranga Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koranga Mal is 434195. The village covers a total geographical area of 654.42 hectares and falls under the 496245 pincode. Kotba is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Koranga Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koranga Mal
As per Census 2011, Koranga Mal village has a total population of 1,530 people, consisting of 717 males and 813 females. The village has 368 households and a sex ratio of 1,133 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 722 literate and 808 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 952 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koranga Mal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,530 | 717 | 813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 107 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 952 | 443 | 509 |
| Literate Population | 722 | 381 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 808 | 336 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Koranga Mal
Koranga Mal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jun Wain | East | 1.88 km |
| Bhalumunda | West | 2.08 km |
| Bardih | East | 2.60 km |
| Perva Aara | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Babusajbahar | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Ankira | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Bhejari Dand | North | 3.38 km |
| Kharibahar | East | 4.02 km |
| Masangamara | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Sagjor | South-West | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koranga Mal
Koranga Mal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotba to Koranga Mal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Koranga Mal 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 Koranga Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koranga Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Koranga Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koranga Mal 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 Koranga Mal
Where is Koranga Mal located?
Koranga Mal village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koranga Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Koranga Mal is Korangamaal.
What is the pincode of Koranga Mal?
The pincode of Koranga Mal is 496245.
What is the population of Koranga Mal?
Koranga Mal has a total population of 1,530, including 717 males and 813 females.
How many households are there in Koranga Mal?
There are 368 households in Koranga Mal.
What is the literacy rate in Koranga Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koranga Mal is 47.19%. Male literacy is 53.14% and female literacy is 41.94%.