Korkoma
Korkoma is a village located in Meral subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Meral (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Garhwa. As per 2009 stats, Karkoma is the gram panchayat of Korkoma village.
Korkoma has its own place in the vibrant Garhwa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Korkoma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Korkoma is 347653. The village spans a total geographical area of 885.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822114. Garhwa is nearest town to Korkoma village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Korkoma
Population of Korkoma
Below is a concise population overview of Korkoma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,471 | 1,756 | 1,715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 283 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,303 | 663 | 640 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,740 | 1,057 | 683 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,731 | 699 | 1,032 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Korkoma village:
- The total population of Korkoma village is around 3,471, including approximately 1,756 males and 1,715 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 584 children aged 0–6 years in Korkoma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Korkoma village has 1,303 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 35 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Korkoma village is about 50.13%, with male literacy at 60.19% and female literacy at 39.83%.
- There are around 623 households in Korkoma village.
Connectivity of Korkoma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Korkoma. As per the 2011 stats, Korkoma 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Korkoma
Knowing the nearby villages of Korkoma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Korkoma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Korkoma
- Where is Korkoma located?
- Korkoma village is situated in Meral Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Korkoma?
- The Gram Panchayat of Korkoma is Karkoma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Korkoma?
- The pincode of Korkoma is 822114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Korkoma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Korkoma is 3,471, with 1,756 males and 1,715 females.
- How many households are there in Korkoma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Korkoma village has a total of 623 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Korkoma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Korkoma is 50.13%. The male literacy rate is 60.19%, while the female literacy rate is 39.83%.