Korle - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Korle is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Korle village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korle is 565930. The village covers a total geographical area of 834 hectares and falls under the 416701 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Korle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korle
According to the 2011 Census, Korle village had a total population of 734 people, including 345 males and 389 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.84%, with male literacy at 88.09% and female literacy at 66.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 734 | 345 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 38 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 521 | 281 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 64 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Korle
Korle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Musalmanwadi | West | 1.89 km |
| Guravwadi | North | 1.92 km |
| Bhambed | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Veravli Bk. | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Wadgaon | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Kudewadi | South | 3.81 km |
| Govil | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Ramgaon | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Dolasgaon | West | 3.87 km |
| Bankhor | North-East | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korle
Korle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vilavade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rajapur to Korle is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Korle is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korle 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Korle
Where is Korle located?
Korle village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Korle?
Korle is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korle?
The pincode of Korle is 416701.
What is the population of Korle?
Korle had a total population of 734, including 345 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Korle?
Korle had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korle was 76.84%. Male literacy was 88.09% and female literacy was 66.85%.