Korakona - Batabari, West Garo Hills
Korakona is a village situated in the Batabari subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from Selsella and around 70 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korakona is 272872. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Korakona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajabala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korakona
As per Census 2011, Korakona village has a total population of 57 people, consisting of 32 males and 25 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 781 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korakona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 11 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Korakona
Korakona 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 Korakona
Public transport in the Korakona is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Korakona is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korakona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korakona 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Korakona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korakona 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korakona
Where is Korakona located?
Korakona village is located in Batabari Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Korakona?
The pincode of Korakona is 794104.
What is the population of Korakona?
Korakona has a total population of 57, including 32 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Korakona?
There are 11 households in Korakona.
What is the literacy rate in Korakona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korakona is 57.89%. Male literacy is 65.63% and female literacy is 48.00%.