Koraj

Koraj is a village located in Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 44km away from sub-district headquarter Chandgad (tehsildar office) and 129km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Koraj village is also a gram panchayat.

Koraj has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Koraj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Koraj is 568105. The village spans a total geographical area of 759.33 hectares. Belgaum(karnataka) is nearest town to Koraj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Koraj

Below is a concise population overview of Koraj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,092 551 541
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 114 55 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 166 88 78
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 4 1
Literate Population 731 420 311
Illiterate Population 361 131 230

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Koraj village:

  • The total population of Koraj village is around 1,092, including approximately 551 males and 541 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 114 children aged 0–6 years in Koraj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Koraj village has 166 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Koraj village is about 66.94%, with male literacy at 76.23% and female literacy at 57.49%.
  • There are around 227 households in Koraj village.

Connectivity of Koraj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Koraj. As per the 2011 stats, Koraj 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Koraj

Knowing the nearby villages of Koraj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Koraj.

Kenchewadi Asagoli Kervade Walkoli Naganwadi Gandharvagad Kurtanwadi Konewadi Belebhat Date Vargaon

Frequently Asked Questions about Koraj

Where is Koraj located?
Koraj village is situated in Chandgad Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koraj?
Koraj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Koraj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Koraj is 1,092, with 551 males and 541 females.
How many households are there in Koraj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Koraj village has a total of 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koraj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Koraj is 66.94%. The male literacy rate is 76.23%, while the female literacy rate is 57.49%.