Korkada
Korkada is a village located in Dhamanagar tehsil of Bhadrak district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dhamanagar (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Bhadrak. As per 2009 stats, Khadipada is the gram panchayat of Korkada village.
Here you can discover what makes Korkada unique in its vibrant Dhamanagar-Bhadrak region. You’ll see Korkada’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 Korkada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Korkada is 394692. The village spans a total geographical area of 58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756117. Bhadrak is nearest town to Korkada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Korkada
Population of Korkada
According to the 2011 Census, Korkada has a total population of about 807, with approximately 396 males and 411 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 99 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 160 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.69%, with male literacy at about 82.07% and female literacy near 75.43%. There are around 172 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Korkada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 807 | 396 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 77 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 325 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 71 | 101 |
Connectivity of Korkada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Korkada. As per the 2011 stats, Korkada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Korkada
Knowing the nearby villages of Korkada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Korkada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Korkada
- Where is Korkada located?
- Korkada village is situated in Dhamanagar Tehsil, within the Bhadrak district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Korkada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Korkada is Khadipada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Korkada?
- The pincode of Korkada is 756117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Korkada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Korkada is 807, with 396 males and 411 females.
- How many households are there in Korkada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Korkada village has a total of 172 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Korkada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Korkada is 78.69%. The male literacy rate is 82.07%, while the female literacy rate is 75.43%.