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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Korga village has a total population of 825 people, consisting of 426 males and 399 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 410 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 825 | 426 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 176 | 156 |
| 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 has a total population of 825, including 426 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Korga?
There are 136 households in Korga.
What is the literacy rate in Korga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korga is 49.70%. Male literacy is 59.39% and female literacy is 39.35%.