Korad - Mauda, Nagpur
Korad is a village situated in the Mauda tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mauda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Lapka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korad is 535716. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.07 hectares and falls under the 441104 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Korad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamthi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korad
As per Census 2011, Korad village has a total population of 552 people, consisting of 291 males and 261 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 552 | 291 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 32 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 414 | 233 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 58 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Korad
Korad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lapaka | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Dhamangaon | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Marodi | East | 1.89 km |
| Bhamewada(rithi) | East | 3.52 km |
| Singori (marodi) | East | 3.88 km |
| Kumbhari | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Chirwha | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Ajangaon | North | 4.19 km |
| Pawaddauna | South | 4.44 km |
| Borgaon | East | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korad
Korad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tharsa, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhandara to Korad is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Korad is about 40 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 Korad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Korad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Korad
Where is Korad located?
Korad village is located in Mauda Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korad?
The Gram Panchayat of Korad is Lapka.
What is the pincode of Korad?
The pincode of Korad is 441104.
What is the population of Korad?
Korad has a total population of 552, including 291 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Korad?
There are 131 households in Korad.
What is the literacy rate in Korad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korad is 75.00%. Male literacy is 80.07% and female literacy is 69.35%.