Korta
Korta is a village located in Basmath tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Basmath (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Korta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Korta unique in its vibrant Basmath-Hingoli region. You’ll see Korta’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 Korta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Korta is 546355. The village spans a total geographical area of 604 hectares. Basmath is nearest town to Korta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Korta 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 Basmath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Korta
Population of Korta
According to the 2011 Census, Korta has a total population of about 1,674, with approximately 836 males and 838 females. The sex ratio is around 1002 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 69 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.45%, with male literacy at about 64.23% and female literacy near 48.69%. There are around 261 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Korta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,674 | 836 | 838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 132 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 945 | 537 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 299 | 430 |
Connectivity of Korta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Korta. As per the 2011 stats, Korta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Korta
Knowing the nearby villages of Korta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Korta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Korta
- Where is Korta located?
- Korta village is situated in Basmath Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Korta?
- Korta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Korta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Korta is 1,674, with 836 males and 838 females.
- How many households are there in Korta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Korta village has a total of 261 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Korta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Korta is 56.45%. The male literacy rate is 64.23%, while the female literacy rate is 48.69%.