Korkoda
Korkoda is a village located in Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Keshiary are the district & sub-district headquarters of Korkoda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Gaganeswar is the gram panchayat of Korkoda village.
Here you can discover what makes Korkoda unique in its vibrant Keshiary-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Korkoda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Korkoda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Korkoda is 343632. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721133. Kharagpur is nearest town to Korkoda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Korkoda
Population of Korkoda
According to the 2011 Census, Korkoda has a total population of about 484, with approximately 225 males and 259 females. The sex ratio is around 1151 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 61 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 131. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.77%, with male literacy at about 76.89% and female literacy near 59.85%. There are around 110 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Korkoda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 484 | 225 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 55 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 173 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 52 | 104 |
Connectivity of Korkoda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Korkoda. As per the 2011 stats, Korkoda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Korkoda
Knowing the nearby villages of Korkoda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Korkoda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Korkoda
- Where is Korkoda located?
- Korkoda village is situated in Keshiary Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Korkoda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Korkoda is Gaganeswar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Korkoda?
- The pincode of Korkoda is 721133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Korkoda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Korkoda is 484, with 225 males and 259 females.
- How many households are there in Korkoda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Korkoda village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Korkoda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Korkoda is 67.77%. The male literacy rate is 76.89%, while the female literacy rate is 59.85%.