Korau - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Korau is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Korau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korau is 150788. The village covers a total geographical area of 593.27 hectares and falls under the 209208 pincode. Ghaqtampur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Korau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korau
According to the 2011 Census, Korau village had a total population of 2,788 people, including 1,574 males and 1,214 females, living in 548 households. The sex ratio was 771 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.71%, with male literacy at 73.74% and female literacy at 55.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,162.
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 | 2,788 | 1,574 | 1,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 226 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,162 | 653 | 509 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,558 | 994 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,230 | 580 | 650 |
Nearby Villages of Korau
Korau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garhola Mau | North | 2.28 km |
| Bakasara | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Badle Simnapur | East | 2.92 km |
| Katar | West | 3.11 km |
| Khiriya | North | 3.56 km |
| Amiratepur | South | 3.90 km |
| Garatha | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Ghughuwa | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Sakha Janwara | North | 4.49 km |
| Kiraon | East | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korau
Korau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghatampur, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghaqtampur to Korau is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Korau is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Korau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korau
Where is Korau located?
Korau village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korau?
Korau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korau?
The pincode of Korau is 209208.
What is the population of Korau?
Korau had a total population of 2,788, including 1,574 males and 1,214 females.
How many households are there in Korau?
Korau had 548 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korau was 65.71%. Male literacy was 73.74% and female literacy was 55.13%.