Korba - Mohla, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Korba is a village situated in the Mohla tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from Mohla and around 90 km from Rajnandgaon. Alkanhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korba is 441367. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.16 hectares and falls under the 491666 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Korba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korba
As per Census 2011, Korba village has a total population of 723 people, consisting of 345 males and 378 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 1,095 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 513 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 446 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 723 | 345 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 213 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 273 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 72 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Korba
Korba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dokalkonde | East | 1.96 km |
| Parasghat | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Chapatola | North | 2.11 km |
| Dharni | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Dighwadi | South | 2.43 km |
| Dokla | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Alkanhar | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Karmota | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Ategarda | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Bhalapur | North | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korba
Korba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.2 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Korba is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Korba is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korba 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Korba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korba 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 Korba
Where is Korba located?
Korba village is located in Mohla Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korba?
The Gram Panchayat of Korba is Alkanhar.
What is the pincode of Korba?
The pincode of Korba is 491666.
What is the population of Korba?
Korba has a total population of 723, including 345 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Korba?
There are 161 households in Korba.
What is the literacy rate in Korba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korba is 70.95%. Male literacy is 79.13% and female literacy is 63.49%.