Korty - Pandharpur, Solapur
Korty is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Korti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korty village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korty is 562350. The village covers a total geographical area of 5001 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Korty village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korty
As per Census 2011, Korty village has a total population of 6,494 people, consisting of 3,350 males and 3,144 females. The village has 1,349 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,016 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,808 literate and 2,686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 865 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korty are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,494 | 3,350 | 3,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,016 | 518 | 498 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 865 | 431 | 434 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,808 | 2,216 | 1,592 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,686 | 1,134 | 1,552 |
Nearby Villages of Korty
Korty 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadegaon | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Bohali | South | 3.88 km |
| Takli | East | 4.15 km |
| Wakhari | North | 5.40 km |
| Tisangi | South-West | 5.68 km |
| Umbargaon | South-West | 6.92 km |
| Upari | North-West | 6.96 km |
| Kasegaon | South-East | 7.73 km |
| Khardi | South | 7.93 km |
| Palshi | West | 8.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korty
Public transport in the Korty is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Korty is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Korty is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korty
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korty 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korty
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korty village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Korty
Where is Korty located?
Korty village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korty?
The Gram Panchayat of Korty is Korti.
What is the pincode of Korty?
The pincode of Korty is 413304.
What is the population of Korty?
Korty has a total population of 6,494, including 3,350 males and 3,144 females.
How many households are there in Korty?
There are 1,349 households in Korty.
What is the literacy rate in Korty?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korty is 58.64%. Male literacy is 66.15% and female literacy is 50.64%.