Korbi - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Korbi is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Korbi C serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korbi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korbi is 435989. The village covers a total geographical area of 1046.56 hectares and falls under the 495445 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Korbi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korbi
According to the 2011 Census, Korbi village had a total population of 1,302 people, including 660 males and 642 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.32%, with male literacy at 84.41% and female literacy at 55.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 725.
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 | 1,302 | 660 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 89 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 725 | 369 | 356 |
| Literate Population | 796 | 482 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 178 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Korbi
Korbi 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 Korbi
Korbi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 Katghora to Korbi is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Korbi is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korbi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korbi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Korbi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korbi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Korbi
Where is Korbi located?
Korbi village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Korbi?
The Gram Panchayat of Korbi is Korbi C.
What is the pincode of Korbi?
The pincode of Korbi is 495445.
What is the population of Korbi?
Korbi had a total population of 1,302, including 660 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Korbi?
Korbi had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korbi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korbi was 70.32%. Male literacy was 84.41% and female literacy was 55.97%.