Korja Village - Lakhanpur, Surguja
Korja is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Korja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korja is 433123. The village covers a total geographical area of 656.32 hectares and falls under the 497116 pincode. Lakhanpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Korja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambikapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korja
As per Census 2011, Korja village has a total population of 2,196 people, consisting of 1,131 males and 1,065 females. The village has 576 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,157 literate and 1,039 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 389 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korja are given below:
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Korja
Korja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Latori | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Binkara | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Jodhpur | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Janakpur | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Ganeshpur | East | 3.13 km |
| Kanchanpur | South | 3.37 km |
| Rampur | West | 3.50 km |
| Bagdarri | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Gorta | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Jamgala | West | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korja
Korja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kamalpurgram, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.1 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 Lakhanpur to Korja is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Korja is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korja 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 Korja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Korja
Where is Korja located?
Korja village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korja?
Korja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korja?
The pincode of Korja is 497116.
What is the population of Korja?
Korja has a total population of 2,196, including 1,131 males and 1,065 females.
How many households are there in Korja?
There are 576 households in Korja.
What is the literacy rate in Korja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korja is 52.69%. Male literacy is 61.36% and female literacy is 43.47%.