Korchikani - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Korchikani is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Bansajhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korchikani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korchikani is 434228. The village covers a total geographical area of 547.5 hectares and falls under the 496245 pincode. Kunkuri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Korchikani 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 Korchikani
According to the 2011 Census, Korchikani village had a total population of 333 people, including 175 males and 158 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.58%, with male literacy at 82.55% and female literacy at 55.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 333 | 175 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 123 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 52 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Korchikani
Korchikani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bansajhal | West | 2.38 km |
| Jharan | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Chharla | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Dhudinuagaon | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Masarighat | North | 3.31 km |
| Khampur | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Mrigkhol | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Sahilata | West | 3.82 km |
| Lawakera | South-West | 4.37 km |
| Sundru | North | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korchikani
Public transport in the Korchikani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.8 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 Kunkuri to Korchikani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Korchikani is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korchikani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korchikani 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Korchikani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korchikani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korchikani
Where is Korchikani located?
Korchikani village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korchikani?
The Gram Panchayat of Korchikani is Bansajhal.
What is the pincode of Korchikani?
The pincode of Korchikani is 496245.
What is the population of Korchikani?
Korchikani had a total population of 333, including 175 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Korchikani?
Korchikani had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korchikani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korchikani was 69.58%. Male literacy was 82.55% and female literacy was 55.47%.