Korhale - Rahta, Ahilyanagar
Korhale is a village situated in the Rahta tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Rahta and around 90 km from Ahmadnagar. Korhale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korhale is 557579. The village covers a total geographical area of 2500 hectares and falls under the 423107 pincode. Rahta Pimplas is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Korhale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirdi Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Korhale
As per Census 2011, Korhale village has a total population of 4,798 people, consisting of 2,484 males and 2,314 females. The village has 970 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 605 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,304 literate and 1,494 illiterate residents. Additionally, 673 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 169 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korhale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,798 | 2,484 | 2,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 605 | 332 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 673 | 321 | 352 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 3,304 | 1,865 | 1,439 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,494 | 619 | 875 |
Nearby Villages of Korhale
Korhale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Walki | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Dahigaon Korhale | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Nandurkhi Bk. | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Kelwad Bk. | South | 4.20 km |
| Kankuri | North-East | 4.71 km |
| Dorhale | North | 4.81 km |
| Malharwadi | South-West | 5.10 km |
| Sakuri | East | 5.47 km |
| Kakadi | South-West | 6.06 km |
| Kelwad Kh. | South | 6.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korhale
Korhale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sainagar Shirdi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 5.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahta Pimplas to Korhale is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Korhale is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korhale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korhale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korhale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korhale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Korhale
Where is Korhale located?
Korhale village is located in Rahta Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korhale?
Korhale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korhale?
The pincode of Korhale is 423107.
What is the population of Korhale?
Korhale has a total population of 4,798, including 2,484 males and 2,314 females.
How many households are there in Korhale?
There are 970 households in Korhale.
What is the literacy rate in Korhale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korhale is 68.86%. Male literacy is 75.08% and female literacy is 62.19%.