Korapgaon - Igatpuri, Nashik
Korapgaon is a village situated in the Igatpuri tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Igatpuri and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Korapgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korapgaon is 551037. The village covers a total geographical area of 453 hectares and falls under the 422402 pincode. Igatpuri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Korapgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korapgaon
As per Census 2011, Korapgaon village has a total population of 949 people, consisting of 513 males and 436 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 605 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 511 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korapgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 949 | 513 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 73 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 511 | 272 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 605 | 367 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 146 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Korapgaon
Korapgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurnoli | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Bhavli Bk | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Pimpalgaon Bhatata | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Dharnoli | South | 2.49 km |
| Rayambe | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Karhole | North | 3.15 km |
| Biturli | East | 3.36 km |
| Waki | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Awali Dumala | North | 4.03 km |
| Adwan | South | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korapgaon
Korapgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghoti, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Igatpuri to Korapgaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Korapgaon is about 48 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 Korapgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korapgaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Korapgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korapgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Korapgaon
Where is Korapgaon located?
Korapgaon village is located in Igatpuri Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korapgaon?
Korapgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korapgaon?
The pincode of Korapgaon is 422402.
What is the population of Korapgaon?
Korapgaon has a total population of 949, including 513 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Korapgaon?
There are 169 households in Korapgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Korapgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korapgaon is 63.75%. Male literacy is 71.54% and female literacy is 54.59%.