Korja
Korja is a village located in Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Paraswada (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Korja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Korja unique in its vibrant Paraswada-Balaghat region. You’ll see Korja’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 Korja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Korja is 498372. The village spans a total geographical area of 625.18 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Korja village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Korja 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 Paraswada 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 Korja
Population of Korja
According to the 2011 Census, Korja has a total population of about 1,322, with approximately 657 males and 665 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 217 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 902. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.33%, with male literacy at about 71.54% and female literacy near 53.23%. There are around 277 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Korja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,322 | 657 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 107 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 902 | 451 | 451 |
| Literate Population | 824 | 470 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 187 | 311 |
Connectivity of Korja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Korja. As per the 2011 stats, Korja 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Korja
Knowing the nearby villages of Korja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Korja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Korja
- Where is Korja located?
- Korja village is situated in Paraswada Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Korja?
- Korja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Korja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Korja is 1,322, with 657 males and 665 females.
- How many households are there in Korja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Korja village has a total of 277 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Korja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Korja is 62.33%. The male literacy rate is 71.54%, while the female literacy rate is 53.23%.