Korima - Lundra, Surguja
Korima is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Korima village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korima is 433379. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.92 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Korima 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 Korima
As per Census 2011, Korima village has a total population of 1,032 people, consisting of 529 males and 503 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 439 literate and 593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 633 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korima are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,032 | 529 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 633 | 324 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 250 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 279 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Korima
Korima 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kardoni | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Rata | East | 1.66 km |
| Bansa | South | 2.38 km |
| Jamdi | North | 2.40 km |
| Ramnagar | West | 2.74 km |
| Badgari | East | 2.77 km |
| Dakai Alias Nawgai | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Ganjhadand | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Kepi | North | 4.66 km |
| Bakna Kalan | East | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korima
Korima is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ambikapur to Korima is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korima village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Korima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korima 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 Korima
Where is Korima located?
Korima village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korima?
Korima is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korima?
The pincode of Korima is 497101.
What is the population of Korima?
Korima has a total population of 1,032, including 529 males and 503 females.
How many households are there in Korima?
There are 283 households in Korima.
What is the literacy rate in Korima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korima is 42.54%. Male literacy is 47.26% and female literacy is 37.57%.