Korga - Kamrau, Sirmaur
Korga is a village situated in the Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Korga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korga is 023397. The village covers a total geographical area of 630.17 hectares and falls under the 173029 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Korga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korga
According to the 2011 Census, Korga village had a total population of 825 people, including 426 males and 399 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.99%, with male literacy at 69.89% and female literacy at 47.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 332.
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 | 825 | 426 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 176 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 253 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 173 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Korga
Korga 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 Korga
Korga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Korga is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korga
Where is Korga located?
Korga village is located in Kamrau Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Korga?
Korga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korga?
The pincode of Korga is 173029.
What is the population of Korga?
Korga had a total population of 825, including 426 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Korga?
Korga had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korga was 58.99%. Male literacy was 69.89% and female literacy was 47.15%.