Coraut - Rajatalab, Varanasi
Coraut is a village situated in the Rajatalab tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Varanasi and around 15 km from Varanasi. Koraut serves as the Gram Panchayat for Coraut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Coraut is 209298. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.29 hectares and falls under the 221107 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Coraut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohaniya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Varanasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Coraut
According to the 2011 Census, Coraut village had a total population of 2,265 people, including 1,179 males and 1,086 females, living in 313 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.36%, with male literacy at 82.90% and female literacy at 71.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 2,265 | 1,179 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 179 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,493 | 829 | 664 |
| Illiterate Population | 772 | 350 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Coraut
Coraut is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Coraut
Coraut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Coraut.
| 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 Varanasi to Coraut is about 15 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 Coraut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Coraut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Coraut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Coraut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Coraut
Where is Coraut located?
Coraut village is located in Rajatalab Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Coraut?
The Gram Panchayat of Coraut is Koraut.
What is the pincode of Coraut?
The pincode of Coraut is 221107.
What is the population of Coraut?
Coraut had a total population of 2,265, including 1,179 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Coraut?
Coraut had 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Coraut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Coraut was 77.36%. Male literacy was 82.90% and female literacy was 71.40%.