Overview

Korak is a small town and a Union Council in Awaran District of Pakistan's southwestern province of Balochistan. It occupies a rural administrative role within the district and is identified on maps by the coordinates 26°50'38"N 65°44'03"E. Its elevation is approximately 648 metres (2,129 feet), a detail often cited in regional geographic descriptions (elevation source).

Geography and setting

The town lies in the arid, sparsely populated landscape typical of much of central and southern Balochistan. The surrounding terrain is characterized by rocky hills and plateaus with limited irrigated land. Local climate tends to be dry with substantial temperature variation between seasons, and water resources and transport links are often constrained by the remoteness of the district.

Administration and community

As a Union Council, Korak functions as a basic unit of local government responsible for community-level administration and civic services under the district authorities. Detailed demographic data for the town is limited in public records, but community size and needs are reflected in occasional humanitarian and development reports related to the wider Awaran region (Awaran District).

Economy and infrastructure

Economic activity in and around Korak is typical of rural Balochistan: small-scale agriculture where water permits, livestock herding and local trading. Infrastructure such as roads, healthcare and schools is often modest and development challenges include water scarcity, seasonal access difficulties and limited public services. Local livelihoods depend on resilient practices adapted to a harsh environment.

Notable events

Korak has been affected by occasional natural hazards. During the 2007 floods, humanitarian assessments reported that 137 households, comprising 619 people, were impacted in the town. Such events highlight vulnerability to extreme weather and the importance of disaster preparedness and local support networks.

Key facts

  • Location: Korak, Union Council in Awaran District, Balochistan.
  • Coordinates: 26°50'38"N 65°44'03"E.
  • Elevation: about 648 metres (2,129 ft) (source).
  • Documented flood impact (2007): 137 households, 619 people affected.