Korgaon - Dhanora, Kondagaon
Korgaon is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from Keskal and around 150 km from Jagdalpur. Kanagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korgaon is 448507. The village covers a total geographical area of 389 hectares and falls under the 494347 pincode. Keskal is the nearest town, located about 45 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 337 people, consisting of 156 males and 181 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,160 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 259 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 337 | 156 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 155 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 115 | 144 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Keskal to Korgaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Korgaon is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 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 | No | Available within >10 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korgaon
Where is Korgaon located?
Korgaon village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Korgaon is Kanagaon.
What is the pincode of Korgaon?
The pincode of Korgaon is 494347.
What is the population of Korgaon?
Korgaon has a total population of 337, including 156 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Korgaon?
There are 66 households in Korgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Korgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korgaon is 23.15%. Male literacy is 26.28% and female literacy is 20.44%.