Korkhanda - Tala, Raigad
Korkhanda is a village situated in the Tala tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Tala and around 72 km from Alibag. Padhavan serves as the Village Panchayat for Korkhanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korkhanda is 554740. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 402111 pincode. Roha Ashtami is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Korkhanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korkhanda
According to the 2011 Census, Korkhanda village had a total population of 200 people, including 96 males and 104 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.76%, with male literacy at 81.40% and female literacy at 52.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 200 | 96 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 70 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 26 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Korkhanda
Korkhanda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Korkhanda
Korkhanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Korkhanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roha Ashtami to Korkhanda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Korkhanda is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korkhanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korkhanda 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 Korkhanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korkhanda 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 Korkhanda
Where is Korkhanda located?
Korkhanda village is located in Tala Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Korkhanda?
The Village Panchayat of Korkhanda is Padhavan.
What is the pincode of Korkhanda?
The pincode of Korkhanda is 402111.
What is the population of Korkhanda?
Korkhanda had a total population of 200, including 96 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Korkhanda?
Korkhanda had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korkhanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korkhanda was 65.76%. Male literacy was 81.40% and female literacy was 52.04%.