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 President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Korwar village had a total population of 7,148 people, including 3,638 males and 3,510 females, living in 1,395 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.07%, with male literacy at 77.96% and female literacy at 57.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,427, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 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 had a total population of 7,148, including 3,638 males and 3,510 females.
How many households are there in Korwar?
Korwar had 1,395 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korwar was 68.07%. Male literacy was 77.96% and female literacy was 57.98%.