Korgaon - Baderajpur, Kondagaon
Korgaon is a village situated in the Baderajpur tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Visrampuree and around 140 km from Jagdalpur. Korgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korgaon is 448599. The village covers a total geographical area of 2174.51 hectares and falls under the 494347 pincode. Visrampuree is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Korgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Korgaon
As per Census 2011, Korgaon village has a total population of 2,920 people, consisting of 1,430 males and 1,490 females. The village has 652 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 401 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,569 literate and 1,351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,960 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,920 | 1,430 | 1,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 193 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,960 | 958 | 1,002 |
| Literate Population | 1,569 | 906 | 663 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,351 | 524 | 827 |
Nearby Villages of Korgaon
Korgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Korgaon
Korgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visrampuree to Korgaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Korgaon is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baderajpur Tehsil, Kondagaon 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 494347.
What is the population of Korgaon?
Korgaon has a total population of 2,920, including 1,430 males and 1,490 females.
How many households are there in Korgaon?
There are 652 households in Korgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Korgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korgaon is 53.73%. Male literacy is 63.36% and female literacy is 44.50%.