Koraturi - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Koraturi is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 24.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Jashpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koraturi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koraturi is 318258. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.63 hectares and falls under the 731123 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Koraturi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koraturi
According to the 2011 Census, Koraturi village had a total population of 624 people, including 317 males and 307 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.15%, with male literacy at 83.99% and female literacy at 69.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215.
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 | 624 | 317 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 109 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 236 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 81 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Koraturi
Koraturi 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 Koraturi
Koraturi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Koraturi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Koraturi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Koraturi is about 24.4 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koraturi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koraturi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koraturi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koraturi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koraturi
Where is Koraturi located?
Koraturi village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koraturi?
The Gram Panchayat of Koraturi is Jashpur.
What is the pincode of Koraturi?
The pincode of Koraturi is 731123.
What is the population of Koraturi?
Koraturi had a total population of 624, including 317 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Koraturi?
Koraturi had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koraturi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koraturi was 77.15%. Male literacy was 83.99% and female literacy was 69.92%.