Korar - Bhanupratappur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Korar is a village situated in the Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanupratappur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Korar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korar is 447608. The village covers a total geographical area of 540.88 hectares and falls under the 494670 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Korar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korar
As per Census 2011, Korar village has a total population of 2,753 people, consisting of 1,380 males and 1,373 females. The village has 579 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,927 literate and 826 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,278 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,753 | 1,380 | 1,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 193 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 58 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,278 | 647 | 631 |
| Literate Population | 1,927 | 1,053 | 874 |
| Illiterate Population | 826 | 327 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Korar
Korar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kokanpur | North | 1.83 km |
| Dongargaon | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Chilhati | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Talakurra | East | 3.07 km |
| Radwahi | South | 3.46 km |
| Kewatintola | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Siltara | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Bhairadih | South | 4.16 km |
| Kishanpuri | North | 4.91 km |
| Selegaon | North | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korar
Korar 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 Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.2 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 Bhanupratappur to Korar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Korar is about 28 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 Korar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korar
Where is Korar located?
Korar village is located in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korar?
Korar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korar?
The pincode of Korar is 494670.
What is the population of Korar?
Korar has a total population of 2,753, including 1,380 males and 1,373 females.
How many households are there in Korar?
There are 579 households in Korar.
What is the literacy rate in Korar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korar is 70.00%. Male literacy is 76.30% and female literacy is 63.66%.