Korpana - Korpana, Chandrapur
Korpana is a village situated in the Korpana tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korpana and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korpana is 541560. The village covers a total geographical area of 526.41 hectares and falls under the 442916 pincode. Rajura is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Korpana is administered under an Urban Local Body.
Population of Korpana
As per Census 2011, Korpana village has a total population of 5,195 people, consisting of 2,635 males and 2,560 females. The village has 1,249 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 631 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,882 literate and 1,313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 633 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 835 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korpana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,195 | 2,635 | 2,560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 631 | 324 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 633 | 330 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 835 | 411 | 424 |
| Literate Population | 3,882 | 2,078 | 1,804 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,313 | 557 | 756 |
Nearby Villages of Korpana
Korpana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukalbodi | East | 1.70 km |
| Kanhalgaon | West | 2.19 km |
| Katlabodi | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Dhoptala | North | 3.06 km |
| Tanda | East | 3.18 km |
| Akola | West | 3.80 km |
| Devghat | East | 4.10 km |
| Kerambodi | South | 4.14 km |
| Dhanoli | East | 4.16 km |
| Kusal | North-East | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korpana
The nearest railway station is Lingti, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajura to Korpana is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Korpana is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Korpana
Where is Korpana located?
Korpana village is located in Korpana Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the pincode of Korpana?
The pincode of Korpana is 442916.
What is the population of Korpana?
Korpana has a total population of 5,195, including 2,635 males and 2,560 females.
How many households are there in Korpana?
There are 1,249 households in Korpana.
What is the literacy rate in Korpana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korpana is 74.73%. Male literacy is 78.86% and female literacy is 70.47%.