Korta is a picturesque hamlet in
Garhwa District of
Jharkhand. It lies on the district border with
Palamu District and is noted for its serene atmosphere and scenic beauty. Some of the nearby places are
Tildag,
Bikhahi, Jata, Chama and Chiraunjia.
Gulgulpath (3819 ft), the second highest peak in Jharkhand, Saruat village and the Parasdiha and Gursandhu falls are popular destinations. The North Koel river has its course through this region.
Garhwa Railway Station, a major railhead of the Eastern Railways, serves this area. The nearest airport is at Varanasi, 140 km from Garhwa.