Korja
Korja is a village located in Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhanpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Korja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Korja unique in its vibrant Lakhanpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Korja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Korja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Korja is 433123. The village spans a total geographical area of 656.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Lakhanpur is nearest town to Korja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Korja
Population of Korja
According to the 2011 Census, Korja has a total population of about 2,196, with approximately 1,131 males and 1,065 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 277 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 260 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 389. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.69%, with male literacy at about 61.36% and female literacy near 43.47%. There are around 576 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Korja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,196 | 1,131 | 1,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 156 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 140 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 202 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 1,157 | 694 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,039 | 437 | 602 |
Connectivity of Korja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Korja. As per the 2011 stats, Korja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Korja
Knowing the nearby villages of Korja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Korja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Korja
- Where is Korja located?
- Korja village is situated in Lakhanpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Korja?
- Korja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Korja?
- The pincode of Korja is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Korja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Korja is 2,196, with 1,131 males and 1,065 females.
- How many households are there in Korja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Korja village has a total of 576 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Korja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Korja is 52.69%. The male literacy rate is 61.36%, while the female literacy rate is 43.47%.