Korta - Vasmath, Hingoli
Korta is a village situated in the Vasmath tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Basmath and around 50 km from Hingoli. Korta village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korta is 546355. The village covers a total geographical area of 604 hectares and falls under the 431512 pincode. Basmath is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Korta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basmath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korta
According to the 2011 Census, Korta village had a total population of 1,674 people, including 836 males and 838 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.81%, with male literacy at 76.28% and female literacy at 55.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 945 | 537 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 299 | 430 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambanath | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Pangra Tarf Dhamangaon | West | 2.35 km |
| Dhamangaon | South | 2.56 km |
| Wai Tarf Dhamangaon | North | 3.17 km |
| Ambala | East | 3.32 km |
| Shingi | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Bhendegaon | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Waghi | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Barepurwadi | South | 4.13 km |
| Parwa | West | 4.25 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 Chondi, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basmath to Korta is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Korta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korta
Where is Korta located?
Korta village is located in Vasmath Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Korta?
Korta is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korta?
The pincode of Korta is 431512.
What is the population of Korta?
Korta had a total population of 1,674, including 836 males and 838 females.
How many households are there in Korta?
Korta had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korta was 65.81%. Male literacy was 76.28% and female literacy was 55.74%.