Korandha - Lundra, Surguja
Korandha is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Korandha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korandha is 433352. The village covers a total geographical area of 719 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Korandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korandha
As per Census 2011, Korandha village has a total population of 975 people, consisting of 468 males and 507 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 698 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 730 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 975 | 468 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 88 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 730 | 345 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 185 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 283 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Korandha
Korandha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barauli | South | 2.01 km |
| Jamdih | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Urdara | West | 2.40 km |
| Pasena | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Gujarwar | North | 2.67 km |
| Rai Kalan | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Riri | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Jarakela | South | 3.11 km |
| Rai Khurd | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Patradih | West | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korandha
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Korandha. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.6 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 Ambikapur to Korandha is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korandha 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 Korandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korandha 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 Korandha
Where is Korandha located?
Korandha village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korandha?
Korandha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korandha?
The pincode of Korandha is 497101.
What is the population of Korandha?
Korandha has a total population of 975, including 468 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Korandha?
There are 200 households in Korandha.
What is the literacy rate in Korandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korandha is 28.41%. Male literacy is 39.53% and female literacy is 18.15%.