Korea - Purbi Tundi*, Dhanbad
Korea is a village situated in the Purbi Tundi* subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purbi Tundi* and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Ukma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korea is 361208. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.52 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Korea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korea
As per Census 2011, Korea village has a total population of 439 people, consisting of 225 males and 214 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 375 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korea are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 439 | 225 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 39 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 375 | 191 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 116 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 109 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Korea
Korea 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Putulia | South | 1.38 km |
| Hatsara | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Banjhdih | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Chunudih | East | 2.00 km |
| Kirthadih | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Duma | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Sundarpahari | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Chepkia | South | 2.58 km |
| Ghurnibera | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Chandadi Lakhanpur | North-East | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korea
Public transport in the Korea is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vidyasagar, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.6 km.
| 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 Dhanbad to Korea is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korea 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Korea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korea village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Korea
Where is Korea located?
Korea village is located in Purbi Tundi* Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korea?
The Gram Panchayat of Korea is Ukma.
What is the pincode of Korea?
The pincode of Korea is 828142.
What is the population of Korea?
Korea has a total population of 439, including 225 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Korea?
There are 83 households in Korea.
What is the literacy rate in Korea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korea is 37.81%. Male literacy is 51.56% and female literacy is 23.36%.