Korar - Betalghat, Nainital
Korar is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Korar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korar is 054630. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Korar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Korar
According to the 2011 Census, Korar village had a total population of 395 people, including 204 males and 191 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.94%, with male literacy at 98.88% and female literacy at 80.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 395 | 204 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 176 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 28 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Korar
Korar 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 Korar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Korar.
| 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 Nainital to Korar is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Korar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Korar
Where is Korar located?
Korar village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Korar?
Korar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korar?
The pincode of Korar is 263134.
What is the population of Korar?
Korar had a total population of 395, including 204 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Korar?
Korar had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korar was 89.94%. Male literacy was 98.88% and female literacy was 80.59%.