Korga
Korga is a village located in Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 85km away from district headquarter Kamrau. Kamrau is the sub-district headquarter of Korga village. As per 2009 stats, Korga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Korga unique in its vibrant Kamrau-Sirmaur region. You’ll see Korga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Korga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Korga is 023397. The village spans a total geographical area of 630.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173022. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to Korga village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Korga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Korga
Population of Korga
According to the 2011 Census, Korga has a total population of about 825, with approximately 426 males and 399 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 332 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.70%, with male literacy at about 59.39% and female literacy near 39.35%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Korga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 410 | 253 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 173 | 242 |
Connectivity of Korga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Korga. As per the 2011 stats, Korga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Korga
Knowing the nearby villages of Korga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Korga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Korga
- Where is Korga located?
- Korga village is situated in Kamrau Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Korga?
- Korga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Korga?
- The pincode of Korga is 173022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Korga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Korga is 825, with 426 males and 399 females.
- How many households are there in Korga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Korga village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Korga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Korga is 49.70%. The male literacy rate is 59.39%, while the female literacy rate is 39.35%.