Korra - Pindra, Varanasi
Korra is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Kori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korra is 208667. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.86 hectares and falls under the 221208 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Korra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korra
As per Census 2011, Korra village has a total population of 1,049 people, consisting of 542 males and 507 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 705 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,049 | 542 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 75 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 419 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 123 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Korra
Korra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kashipur | North-West | 0.99 km |
| Barbaspur | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Patti | East | 1.03 km |
| Bhanpur | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Bhai | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Gajendra | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Rajpur | West | 1.78 km |
| Goghari | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Chamru | East | 1.92 km |
| Ghoghali | South | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korra
Korra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Babatpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Varanasi to Korra is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korra 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Korra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korra 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 Korra
Where is Korra located?
Korra village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korra?
The Gram Panchayat of Korra is Kori.
What is the pincode of Korra?
The pincode of Korra is 221208.
What is the population of Korra?
Korra has a total population of 1,049, including 542 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Korra?
There are 126 households in Korra.
What is the literacy rate in Korra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korra is 67.21%. Male literacy is 77.31% and female literacy is 56.41%.