Korwar - Devara Hipparagi, Vijayapura
Korwar is a village situated in the Devara Hipparagi taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from Sindgi and around 60 km from Bijapur. Korawar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korwar is 599410. The village covers a total geographical area of 4718.35 hectares and falls under the 586120 pincode. Sindgi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Korwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devar Hippargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korwar
As per Census 2011, Korwar village has a total population of 7,148 people, consisting of 3,638 males and 3,510 females. The village has 1,395 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,012 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,177 literate and 2,971 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,148 | 3,638 | 3,510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,012 | 539 | 473 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,427 | 724 | 703 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 2 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 4,177 | 2,416 | 1,761 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,971 | 1,222 | 1,749 |
Nearby Villages of Korwar
Korwar 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 Korwar
Korwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sindgi to Korwar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Korwar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Korwar
Where is Korwar located?
Korwar village is located in Devara Hipparagi Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Korwar is Korawar.
What is the pincode of Korwar?
The pincode of Korwar is 586120.
What is the population of Korwar?
Korwar has a total population of 7,148, including 3,638 males and 3,510 females.
How many households are there in Korwar?
There are 1,395 households in Korwar.
What is the literacy rate in Korwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korwar is 58.44%. Male literacy is 66.41% and female literacy is 50.17%.