Korta - Jabera, Damoh
Korta is a village situated in the Jabera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jabera and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Kornta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korta is 462647. The village covers a total geographical area of 346.31 hectares and falls under the 470881 pincode. Jabera is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Korta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Korta
As per Census 2011, Korta village has a total population of 1,411 people, consisting of 728 males and 683 females. The village has 368 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 948 literate and 463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,411 | 728 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 100 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 138 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 948 | 555 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 173 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Korta
Korta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pati Singorgarh | East | 1.83 km |
| Padariya Thoban | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Delankheda | West | 2.29 km |
| Banshipur | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Tanvari | North | 2.98 km |
| Harat | South | 4.05 km |
| Bamhori Singorgarh | East | 4.14 km |
| Karanpura | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Surai | East | 4.47 km |
| Gidra Malgujari | West | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korta
Korta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gola Pati, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabera to Korta is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Korta is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korta 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 Korta
Where is Korta located?
Korta village is located in Jabera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korta?
The Gram Panchayat of Korta is Kornta.
What is the pincode of Korta?
The pincode of Korta is 470881.
What is the population of Korta?
Korta has a total population of 1,411, including 728 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Korta?
There are 368 households in Korta.
What is the literacy rate in Korta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korta is 67.19%. Male literacy is 76.24% and female literacy is 57.54%.