Korasi - Arang, Raipur
Korasi is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Korasi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korasi is 444434. The village covers a total geographical area of 1147.69 hectares and falls under the 493225 pincode. Arang is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Korasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korasi
According to the 2011 Census, Korasi village had a total population of 4,012 people, including 2,061 males and 1,951 females, living in 851 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 80.85% and female literacy at 58.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 457, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 4,012 | 2,061 | 1,951 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 629 | 322 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 254 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 2,368 | 1,406 | 962 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,644 | 655 | 989 |
Nearby Villages of Korasi
Korasi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghorbhatti | West | 2.62 km |
| Bhainsmudi | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Chorbhatti | South | 3.01 km |
| Pirda-i (pirda) | East | 3.04 km |
| Chakwe | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Paraswani-2 (paraswani) | West | 3.32 km |
| Bhainsa | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Sankari-1(sankari) | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Bhejridih | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Achholi | North | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korasi
Korasi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arang Mahanadi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 km.
| 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 Arang to Korasi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Korasi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korasi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korasi
Where is Korasi located?
Korasi village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Korasi?
Korasi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korasi?
The pincode of Korasi is 493225.
What is the population of Korasi?
Korasi had a total population of 4,012, including 2,061 males and 1,951 females.
How many households are there in Korasi?
Korasi had 851 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korasi was 70.00%. Male literacy was 80.85% and female literacy was 58.52%.