Korka
Korka is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 62km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 122km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Machhurda is the gram panchayat of Korka village.
Here you can discover what makes Korka unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Korka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Korka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Korka is 498046. The village spans a total geographical area of 2103.87 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Korka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
When it comes to local governance, Korka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Korka
Population of Korka
According to the 2011 Census, Korka has a total population of about 531, with approximately 268 males and 263 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 521. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.10%, with male literacy at about 38.81% and female literacy near 35.36%. There are around 110 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Korka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 268 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 521 | 263 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 104 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 164 | 170 |
Connectivity of Korka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Korka. As per the 2011 stats, Korka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Korka
Knowing the nearby villages of Korka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Korka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Korka
- Where is Korka located?
- Korka village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Korka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Korka is Machhurda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Korka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Korka is 531, with 268 males and 263 females.
- How many households are there in Korka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Korka village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Korka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Korka is 37.10%. The male literacy rate is 38.81%, while the female literacy rate is 35.36%.