Corla - Quepem, Kushavati
Corla is a village situated in the Quepem taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 16 km from Quepem and around 32 km from Margao. Caurem serves as the Village Panchayat for Corla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Corla is 626966. The village covers a total geographical area of 755 hectares and falls under the 403705 pincode.
Corla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Quepem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Corla
According to the 2011 Census, Corla village had a total population of 209 people, including 117 males and 92 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 786 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 60.95% and female literacy at 51.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 170.
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 | 209 | 117 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 92 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 64 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 53 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Corla
Corla 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 Corla
Corla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Margao to Corla is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Corla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Corla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Corla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Corla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Corla
Where is Corla located?
Corla village is located in Quepem Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Corla?
The Village Panchayat of Corla is Caurem.
What is the pincode of Corla?
The pincode of Corla is 403705.
What is the population of Corla?
Corla had a total population of 209, including 117 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Corla?
Corla had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Corla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Corla was 57.14%. Male literacy was 60.95% and female literacy was 51.95%.