Koral - Kashipur, Rayagada
Koral is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Doraguda and around 50 km from Rayagada . Kucheipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koral is 426171. The village covers a total geographical area of 1066 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Koral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koral
As per Census 2011, Koral village has a total population of 1,892 people, consisting of 919 males and 973 females. The village has 422 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 449 literate and 1,443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 524 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,892 | 919 | 973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 188 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,118 | 545 | 573 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 524 | 251 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 295 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,443 | 624 | 819 |
Nearby Villages of Koral
Koral 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 Koral
Koral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Koral.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Koral is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Koral is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Koral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koral
Where is Koral located?
Koral village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koral?
The Gram Panchayat of Koral is Kucheipadar.
What is the pincode of Koral?
The pincode of Koral is 765015.
What is the population of Koral?
Koral has a total population of 1,892, including 919 males and 973 females.
How many households are there in Koral?
There are 422 households in Koral.
What is the literacy rate in Koral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koral is 23.73%. Male literacy is 32.10% and female literacy is 15.83%.