Korwa - Fatehgarh, Jaisalmer
Korwa is a village situated in the Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehgarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Narsdingo Ki Dhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korwa is 086518. The village covers a total geographical area of 2633.99 hectares and falls under the 345027 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Korwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korwa
According to the 2011 Census, Korwa village had a total population of 433 people, including 227 males and 206 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.28%, with male literacy at 72.94% and female literacy at 45.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 127.
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 | 433 | 227 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 57 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 124 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 103 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Korwa
Korwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badhan | North | 5.45 km |
| Ugawa | East | 5.46 km |
| Soda | North-West | 5.55 km |
| Shobh | South-West | 5.87 km |
| Narsingon Ki Dhani | North-East | 7.00 km |
| Digri | South-East | 7.13 km |
| Asloi | West | 8.17 km |
| Seetorai | East | 8.28 km |
| Beenjota | South | 8.82 km |
| Mada | North-West | 9.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korwa
Public transport in the Korwa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaisalmer, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Korwa is about 40 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 Korwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Korwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korwa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Korwa
Where is Korwa located?
Korwa village is located in Fatehgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Korwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Korwa is Narsdingo Ki Dhani.
What is the pincode of Korwa?
The pincode of Korwa is 345027.
What is the population of Korwa?
Korwa had a total population of 433, including 227 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Korwa?
Korwa had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korwa was 59.28%. Male literacy was 72.94% and female literacy was 45.12%.