Korowaya - Orchha, Narayanpur
Korowaya is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Pochawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korowaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korowaya is 450034. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Korowaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korowaya
According to the 2011 Census, Korowaya village had a total population of 70 people, including 31 males and 39 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,258 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.66%, with male literacy at 8.33% and female literacy at 3.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 29 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Korowaya
Korowaya 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 Korowaya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Korowaya.
| 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 Narayanpur to Korowaya is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korowaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korowaya 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 Korowaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korowaya 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 Korowaya
Where is Korowaya located?
Korowaya village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korowaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Korowaya is Pochawada.
What is the pincode of Korowaya?
The pincode of Korowaya is 494661.
What is the population of Korowaya?
Korowaya had a total population of 70, including 31 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Korowaya?
Korowaya had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korowaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korowaya was 5.66%. Male literacy was 8.33% and female literacy was 3.45%.