Korada - Okhamandal, Devbhumi Dwarka
Korada is a village situated in the Okhamandal taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from Dwarka and around 135 km from Jamnagar. Korada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korada is 513476. The village covers a total geographical area of 1252.54 hectares and falls under the 361335 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Korada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korada
According to the 2011 Census, Korada village had a total population of 594 people, including 304 males and 290 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.05%, with male literacy at 72.37% and female literacy at 45.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 594 | 304 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 186 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 118 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Korada
Korada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Korada
Public transport in the Korada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Korada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Dwarka to Korada is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Korada is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korada 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Korada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korada 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 Korada
Where is Korada located?
Korada village is located in Okhamandal Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korada?
Korada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korada?
The pincode of Korada is 361335.
What is the population of Korada?
Korada had a total population of 594, including 304 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Korada?
Korada had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korada was 59.05%. Male literacy was 72.37% and female literacy was 45.12%.