Korra - Gadiras, Sukma
Korra is a village situated in the Gadiras tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from Sukma and around 50 km from Dantewada. Korra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korra is 450648. The village covers a total geographical area of 4190.27 hectares and falls under the 494111 pincode. Sukma is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Korra 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 Korra
According to the 2011 Census, Korra village had a total population of 3,409 people, including 1,584 males and 1,825 females, living in 682 households. The sex ratio was 1,152 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.59%, with male literacy at 40.29% and female literacy at 26.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,215.
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 | 3,409 | 1,584 | 1,825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 549 | 281 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,215 | 1,484 | 1,731 |
| Literate Population | 932 | 525 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,477 | 1,059 | 1,418 |
Nearby Villages of Korra
Korra 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 Korra
Korra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sukma to Korra is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Korra 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 Korra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korra 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Korra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korra
Where is Korra located?
Korra village is located in Gadiras Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Korra?
Korra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korra?
The pincode of Korra is 494111.
What is the population of Korra?
Korra had a total population of 3,409, including 1,584 males and 1,825 females.
How many households are there in Korra?
Korra had 682 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korra was 32.59%. Male literacy was 40.29% and female literacy was 26.14%.