Korana - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Korana is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Korna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korana is 040144. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.33 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Korana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korana
According to the 2011 Census, Korana village had a total population of 202 people, including 106 males and 96 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.14%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 45.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 202 | 106 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 49 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 75 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 31 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Korana
Korana 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 Korana
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Korana.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Korana is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Korana is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Korana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Korana
Where is Korana located?
Korana village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korana?
The Gram Panchayat of Korana is Korna.
What is the pincode of Korana?
The pincode of Korana is 249185.
What is the population of Korana?
Korana had a total population of 202, including 106 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Korana?
Korana had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korana was 65.14%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 45.88%.