Korya - Kotma, Anuppur
Korya is a village situated in the Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotma and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Bhatadand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korya is 501767. The village falls under the 484440 pincode. Bijuri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Korya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korya
As per Census 2011, Korya village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 249 males and 248 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 249 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 141 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 108 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Korya
Korya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahera Bandh | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Kothi | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Kyontar | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Bhathadand | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Benibahara | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Dogariya Khurd | South | 4.62 km |
| Bhuila | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Tarsili | North-West | 4.64 km |
| Saja Tola | North-East | 4.70 km |
| Pakriha | North-East | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korya
Korya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bijuri, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijuri to Korya is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Korya is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Korya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Korya
Where is Korya located?
Korya village is located in Kotma Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korya?
The Gram Panchayat of Korya is Bhatadand.
What is the pincode of Korya?
The pincode of Korya is 484440.
What is the population of Korya?
Korya has a total population of 497, including 249 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Korya?
There are 126 households in Korya.
What is the literacy rate in Korya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korya is 49.30%. Male literacy is 56.63% and female literacy is 41.94%.