Korwatola - Garu, Latehar
Korwatola is a village situated in the Garu subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garu and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Ghasitola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korwatola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korwatola is 367156. The village covers a total geographical area of 381 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode.
Korwatola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korwatola
According to the 2011 Census, Korwatola village had a total population of 301 people, including 147 males and 154 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.67%, with male literacy at 42.86% and female literacy at 30.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 301.
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 | 301 | 147 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 147 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 51 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 96 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Korwatola
Korwatola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Doram | East | 1.23 km |
| Kui | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Tola Hurdag Alias Chirodih | South | 2.02 km |
| Hethtola | West | 2.22 km |
| Karitola | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Manatu | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Karwai | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Ganeshpur | North | 3.17 km |
| Makundpur | East | 3.29 km |
| Sukul Katha | North | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korwatola
Public transport in the Korwatola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kumendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.9 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 Latehar to Korwatola is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korwatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korwatola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Korwatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korwatola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korwatola
Where is Korwatola located?
Korwatola village is located in Garu Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korwatola?
The Gram Panchayat of Korwatola is Ghasitola.
What is the pincode of Korwatola?
The pincode of Korwatola is 829204.
What is the population of Korwatola?
Korwatola had a total population of 301, including 147 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Korwatola?
Korwatola had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korwatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korwatola was 36.67%. Male literacy was 42.86% and female literacy was 30.58%.