Colomb - Sanguem, Kushavati
Colomb is a village situated in the Sanguem taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 20 km from Sanguem and around 34 km from Margao. Rivona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Colomb village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Colomb is 627013. The village covers a total geographical area of 1829 hectares and falls under the 403705 pincode.
Colomb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanguem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Colomb
As per Census 2011, Colomb village has a total population of 1,831 people, consisting of 949 males and 882 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,315 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 824 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Colomb are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,831 | 949 | 882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 92 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 824 | 402 | 422 |
| Literate Population | 1,315 | 735 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 214 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Colomb
Colomb 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 Colomb
Colomb 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 Colomb is about 34 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 Colomb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Colomb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Colomb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Colomb 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 Colomb
Where is Colomb located?
Colomb village is located in Sanguem Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Colomb?
The Gram Panchayat of Colomb is Rivona.
What is the pincode of Colomb?
The pincode of Colomb is 403705.
What is the population of Colomb?
Colomb has a total population of 1,831, including 949 males and 882 females.
How many households are there in Colomb?
There are 400 households in Colomb.
What is the literacy rate in Colomb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Colomb is 71.82%. Male literacy is 77.45% and female literacy is 65.76%.