Cotigao - Canacona, Kushavati
Cotigao is a village situated in the Canacona taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 23 km from Canacona and around 60 km from Margao. Cotigao village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cotigao is 627028. The village covers a total geographical area of 11170.9 hectares and falls under the 403702 pincode.
Cotigao village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canacona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cotigao
According to the 2011 Census, Cotigao village had a total population of 2,640 people, including 1,336 males and 1,304 females, living in 510 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 63.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,418.
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 | 2,640 | 1,336 | 1,304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 168 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,418 | 1,224 | 1,194 |
| Literate Population | 1,665 | 931 | 734 |
| Illiterate Population | 975 | 405 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Cotigao
Cotigao 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 Cotigao
Cotigao is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Margao to Cotigao is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cotigao
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cotigao village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Cotigao
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cotigao village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cotigao
Where is Cotigao located?
Cotigao village is located in Canacona Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Cotigao?
Cotigao is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Cotigao?
The pincode of Cotigao is 403702.
What is the population of Cotigao?
Cotigao had a total population of 2,640, including 1,336 males and 1,304 females.
How many households are there in Cotigao?
Cotigao had 510 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cotigao?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cotigao was 71.43%. Male literacy was 79.71% and female literacy was 63.11%.