Korangala - Ausa, Latur
Korangala is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Korangala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korangala is 560611. The village covers a total geographical area of 923.35 hectares and falls under the 413520 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Korangala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latur Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korangala
As per Census 2011, Korangala village has a total population of 2,256 people, consisting of 1,188 males and 1,068 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,440 literate and 816 illiterate residents. Additionally, 698 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korangala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,256 | 1,188 | 1,068 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 147 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 698 | 375 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,440 | 851 | 589 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 337 | 479 |
Nearby Villages of Korangala
Korangala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yeloriwadi | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Barhanpur | North | 2.30 km |
| Samdarga | East | 2.81 km |
| Yelori | South | 3.46 km |
| Haldurg | North | 3.70 km |
| Shindalwadi | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Bhada | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Warwada | West | 5.07 km |
| Khanapur | East | 5.19 km |
| Lakhangaon | North-East | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korangala
Public transport in the Korangala is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ausa Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ausa to Korangala is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Korangala is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korangala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korangala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korangala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korangala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korangala
Where is Korangala located?
Korangala village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korangala?
Korangala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korangala?
The pincode of Korangala is 413520.
What is the population of Korangala?
Korangala has a total population of 2,256, including 1,188 males and 1,068 females.
How many households are there in Korangala?
There are 426 households in Korangala.
What is the literacy rate in Korangala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korangala is 63.83%. Male literacy is 71.63% and female literacy is 55.15%.