Korde - Sakri, Dhule
Korde is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Korde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korde is 526255. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.92 hectares and falls under the 424305 pincode. Nandurbar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Korde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korde
As per Census 2011, Korde village has a total population of 1,184 people, consisting of 606 males and 578 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 782 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 270 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,184 | 606 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 85 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 59 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 270 | 127 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 782 | 432 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 174 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Korde
Korde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sinband | East | 2.70 km |
| Vitawe | West | 3.78 km |
| Chhadwel (korde) | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Basar | South | 5.02 km |
| Ranjangaon | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Ghogalgaon | North-West | 5.55 km |
| Isarde | East | 5.86 km |
| Amkhel | South | 6.26 km |
| Panhalipada | East | 7.19 km |
| Valwhe | West | 7.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korde
Public transport in the Korde is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dhekvad, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandurbar to Korde is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Korde is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Korde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Korde
Where is Korde located?
Korde village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korde?
Korde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korde?
The pincode of Korde is 424305.
What is the population of Korde?
Korde has a total population of 1,184, including 606 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Korde?
There are 254 households in Korde.
What is the literacy rate in Korde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korde is 66.05%. Male literacy is 71.29% and female literacy is 60.55%.