Korya - Tamkuhi Raj, Kushinagar
Korya is a village situated in the Tamkuhi Raj tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamkuhi Raj and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Korya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korya is 189462. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.48 hectares and falls under the 274302 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Korya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korya
As per Census 2011, Korya village has a total population of 2,648 people, consisting of 1,327 males and 1,321 females. The village has 413 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 426 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,428 literate and 1,220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,648 | 1,327 | 1,321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 215 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,428 | 862 | 566 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,220 | 465 | 755 |
Nearby Villages of Korya
Korya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Korya Bhelahi | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Khiriya | North | 1.25 km |
| Pakari | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Sariswa | East | 1.35 km |
| Tirama Sahun | South | 1.40 km |
| Machhariha Daljit Kunwar | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Doghara | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Pandey Patti | North | 2.01 km |
| Sri Ram Patti | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Mahuawa Buzurg | West | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korya
Korya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chaf Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kushinagar to Korya is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Korya is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korya 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Korya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korya 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 Korya
Where is Korya located?
Korya village is located in Tamkuhi Raj Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korya?
Korya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korya?
The pincode of Korya is 274302.
What is the population of Korya?
Korya has a total population of 2,648, including 1,327 males and 1,321 females.
How many households are there in Korya?
There are 413 households in Korya.
What is the literacy rate in Korya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korya is 53.93%. Male literacy is 64.96% and female literacy is 42.85%.