Korta - Umarkhed, Yavatmal
Korta is a village situated in the Umarkhed tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 61 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarkhed and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Kortawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korta is 543028. The village covers a total geographical area of 504 hectares and falls under the 445206 pincode. Kinwat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Korta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korta
As per Census 2011, Korta village has a total population of 2,334 people, consisting of 1,158 males and 1,176 females. The village has 549 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,520 literate and 814 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,057 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,334 | 1,158 | 1,176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 159 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,057 | 1,021 | 1,036 |
| Literate Population | 1,520 | 861 | 659 |
| Illiterate Population | 814 | 297 | 517 |
Nearby Villages of Korta
Korta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Soit (m) | North-West | 4.30 km |
| Bhawani | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Waltur | North | 4.35 km |
| Rampur | West | 5.30 km |
| Digras | North | 5.57 km |
| Kosambi | South | 5.68 km |
| Chikhali | South-West | 5.74 km |
| Ghadoli | North | 5.93 km |
| Pandhara | North-East | 6.31 km |
| Anji | North-East | 6.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korta
Public transport in the Korta is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kinwat, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kinwat to Korta is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Korta is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korta 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 Korta
Where is Korta located?
Korta village is located in Umarkhed Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korta?
The Gram Panchayat of Korta is Kortawan.
What is the pincode of Korta?
The pincode of Korta is 445206.
What is the population of Korta?
Korta has a total population of 2,334, including 1,158 males and 1,176 females.
How many households are there in Korta?
There are 549 households in Korta.
What is the literacy rate in Korta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korta is 65.12%. Male literacy is 74.35% and female literacy is 56.04%.