Korkora - Binpur - II, Jhargram
Korkora is a village situated in the Binpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.8 km from Lalgarh. Kanko serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korkora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korkora is 335774. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.72 hectares and falls under the 721504 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Korkora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Korkora
As per Census 2011, Korkora village has a total population of 968 people, consisting of 509 males and 459 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 682 literate and 286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korkora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 | 509 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 397 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 112 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Korkora
Korkora 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 Korkora
Korkora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Korkora is about 24 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 Korkora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korkora 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 Korkora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korkora 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korkora
Where is Korkora located?
Korkora village is located in Binpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korkora?
The Gram Panchayat of Korkora is Kanko.
What is the pincode of Korkora?
The pincode of Korkora is 721504.
What is the population of Korkora?
Korkora has a total population of 968, including 509 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Korkora?
There are 253 households in Korkora.
What is the literacy rate in Korkora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korkora is 70.45%. Male literacy is 78.00% and female literacy is 62.09%.