Korkara
Korkara is a village located in Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district in Odisha, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Bhandari Pokhari (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Bhadrak. As per 2009 stats, Balipokhari is the gram panchayat of Korkara village.
Here you can discover what makes Korkara unique in its vibrant Bhandari Pokhari-Bhadrak region. You’ll see Korkara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Korkara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Korkara is 394588. The village spans a total geographical area of 167 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755007. Jajapur is nearest town to Korkara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Korkara
Population of Korkara
According to the 2011 Census, Korkara has a total population of about 1,281, with approximately 649 males and 632 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 335 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.40%, with male literacy at about 79.04% and female literacy near 69.62%. There are around 280 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Korkara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,281 | 649 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 176 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 953 | 513 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 136 | 192 |
Connectivity of Korkara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Korkara. As per the 2011 stats, Korkara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Korkara
Knowing the nearby villages of Korkara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Korkara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Korkara
- Where is Korkara located?
- Korkara village is situated in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, within the Bhadrak district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Korkara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Korkara is Balipokhari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Korkara?
- The pincode of Korkara is 755007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Korkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Korkara is 1,281, with 649 males and 632 females.
- How many households are there in Korkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Korkara village has a total of 280 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Korkara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Korkara is 74.40%. The male literacy rate is 79.04%, while the female literacy rate is 69.62%.