Korkya - Khanpur, Jhalawar
Korkya is a village situated in the Khanpur tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khanpur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Akawad Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korkya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korkya is 103956. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.81 hectares and falls under the 326035 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Korkya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korkya
According to the 2011 Census, Korkya village had a total population of 323 people, including 169 males and 154 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.22%, with male literacy at 84.67% and female literacy at 59.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 323 | 169 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 116 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 53 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Korkya
Korkya 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 Korkya
Korkya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Korkya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Korkya is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Korkya is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korkya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korkya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Korkya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korkya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Korkya
Where is Korkya located?
Korkya village is located in Khanpur Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Korkya?
The Gram Panchayat of Korkya is Akawad Khurd.
What is the pincode of Korkya?
The pincode of Korkya is 326035.
What is the population of Korkya?
Korkya had a total population of 323, including 169 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Korkya?
Korkya had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korkya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korkya was 72.22%. Male literacy was 84.67% and female literacy was 59.40%.