Korrapad - Dornapal, Sukma
Korrapad is a village situated in the Dornapal tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 60 km from Konta and around 128 km from Dantewada. Korrapad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korrapad is 450361. The village covers a total geographical area of 1838.84 hectares and falls under the 494122 pincode. Dornapal is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Korrapad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korrapad
As per Census 2011, Korrapad village has a total population of 736 people, consisting of 348 males and 388 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 713 illiterate residents. Additionally, 735 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korrapad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 736 | 348 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 735 | 348 | 387 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 18 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 330 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Korrapad
Korrapad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palamadgu | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Godelguda | North | 5.08 km |
| Kankerlanka | North-East | 5.22 km |
| Polampalli | East | 6.98 km |
| Arlampalli | South-East | 7.53 km |
| Bardelpad (tongguda) | North-East | 8.92 km |
| Gorgunda | East | 11.16 km |
| Tetrai | South-East | 11.47 km |
| Upampalli | North-East | 11.90 km |
| Gondpalli | North-East | 12.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korrapad
Public transport in the Korrapad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dornapal to Korrapad is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Korrapad is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korrapad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korrapad 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 Korrapad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korrapad 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 Korrapad
Where is Korrapad located?
Korrapad village is located in Dornapal Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korrapad?
Korrapad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korrapad?
The pincode of Korrapad is 494122.
What is the population of Korrapad?
Korrapad has a total population of 736, including 348 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Korrapad?
There are 162 households in Korrapad.
What is the literacy rate in Korrapad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korrapad is 3.13%. Male literacy is 5.17% and female literacy is 1.29%.