Korejhiri - Baihar, Balaghat
Korejhiri is a village situated in the Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baihar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Latri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korejhiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korejhiri is 498029. The village covers a total geographical area of 1260.7 hectares and falls under the 481105 pincode. Malajkhand is the nearest town.
Korejhiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korejhiri
According to the 2011 Census, Korejhiri village had a total population of 185 people, including 87 males and 98 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,126 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.17%, with male literacy at 38.03% and female literacy at 32.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
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 | 185 | 87 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 87 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 60 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Korejhiri
Korejhiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majdhar | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Jalda | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Songudda | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Kodapar | South | 6.13 km |
| Kundul | South-West | 6.20 km |
| Navhi | North-East | 6.47 km |
| Madi | East | 6.51 km |
| Mandwa | North | 6.64 km |
| Limoti | North-East | 7.21 km |
| Charghat | South | 7.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korejhiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Korejhiri. The nearest railway station is Balaghat Junction, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balaghat to Korejhiri is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korejhiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korejhiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Korejhiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korejhiri 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 Korejhiri
Where is Korejhiri located?
Korejhiri village is located in Baihar Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korejhiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Korejhiri is Latri.
What is the pincode of Korejhiri?
The pincode of Korejhiri is 481105.
What is the population of Korejhiri?
Korejhiri had a total population of 185, including 87 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Korejhiri?
Korejhiri had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korejhiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korejhiri was 35.17%. Male literacy was 38.03% and female literacy was 32.43%.