Korachi - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Korachi is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Korachi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korachi is 214310. The village covers a total geographical area of 773.45 hectares and falls under the 231212 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Korachi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korachi
As per Census 2011, Korachi village has a total population of 3,219 people, consisting of 1,670 males and 1,549 females. The village has 551 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 696 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,268 literate and 1,951 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,942 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korachi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,219 | 1,670 | 1,549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 696 | 372 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 180 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,942 | 1,010 | 932 |
| Literate Population | 1,268 | 798 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,951 | 872 | 1,079 |
Nearby Villages of Korachi
Korachi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lambi | South | 1.91 km |
| Sundari | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Bhisur | North | 3.08 km |
| Chak Lambi | South | 3.17 km |
| Gohara | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Randah Tola | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Kurpan | South | 4.51 km |
| Kudari | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Sugawamad | North | 4.70 km |
| Chak Bairkhar | North-East | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korachi
Public transport in the Korachi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Duddhinagar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Korachi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Korachi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korachi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korachi 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 Korachi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korachi 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 Korachi
Where is Korachi located?
Korachi village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korachi?
Korachi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korachi?
The pincode of Korachi is 231212.
What is the population of Korachi?
Korachi has a total population of 3,219, including 1,670 males and 1,549 females.
How many households are there in Korachi?
There are 551 households in Korachi.
What is the literacy rate in Korachi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korachi is 39.39%. Male literacy is 47.78% and female literacy is 30.34%.