Koriamal - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Koriamal is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandia and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kaluria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koriamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koriamal is 402688. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 759016 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Koriamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Koriamal
According to the 2011 Census, Koriamal village had a total population of 92 people, including 50 males and 42 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.87%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 89.19%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 12 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Koriamal
Koriamal 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 Koriamal
Koriamal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Koriamal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koriamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koriamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Koriamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koriamal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koriamal
Where is Koriamal located?
Koriamal village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koriamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Koriamal is Kaluria.
What is the pincode of Koriamal?
The pincode of Koriamal is 759016.
What is the population of Koriamal?
Koriamal had a total population of 92, including 50 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Koriamal?
Koriamal had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koriamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koriamal was 89.87%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 89.19%.