Korsam - Bindki, Fatehpur
Korsam is a village situated in the Bindki tehsil of Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bindki and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Fatehpur. Korsam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korsam is 156268. The village covers a total geographical area of 1132.34 hectares and falls under the 212665 pincode. Bindki is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Korsam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Binkdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korsam
As per Census 2011, Korsam village has a total population of 6,616 people, consisting of 3,518 males and 3,098 females. The village has 1,176 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 968 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,070 literate and 2,546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,302 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korsam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,616 | 3,518 | 3,098 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 968 | 491 | 477 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,302 | 1,236 | 1,066 |
| Literate Population | 4,070 | 2,419 | 1,651 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,546 | 1,099 | 1,447 |
Nearby Villages of Korsam
Korsam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dadan Khera | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Alipur | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Mawaiya | West | 2.75 km |
| Jalala | North | 2.79 km |
| Baharoli | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Chak Kaji Maulvi | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Tenduli | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Chak Madhopur | West | 3.12 km |
| Barethar Buzurg | West | 3.23 km |
| Shahjahanpur | North-West | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korsam
Korsam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bindki Road, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bindki to Korsam is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Fatehpur to Korsam is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korsam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korsam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korsam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korsam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korsam
Where is Korsam located?
Korsam village is located in Bindki Tehsil, Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korsam?
Korsam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korsam?
The pincode of Korsam is 212665.
What is the population of Korsam?
Korsam has a total population of 6,616, including 3,518 males and 3,098 females.
How many households are there in Korsam?
There are 1,176 households in Korsam.
What is the literacy rate in Korsam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korsam is 61.52%. Male literacy is 68.76% and female literacy is 53.29%.