Costi - Sanguem, Kushavati
Costi is a village situated in the Sanguem taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 9 km from Sanguem and around 39 km from Margao. Kalay(kalem) serves as the Village Panchayat for Costi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Costi is 626996. The village covers a total geographical area of 685 hectares and falls under the 403704 pincode.
Costi 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 Costi
According to the 2011 Census, Costi village had a total population of 881 people, including 503 males and 378 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 751 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.19%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 73.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 881 | 503 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 48 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 420 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 83 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Costi
Costi 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 Costi
Costi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Costi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Margao to Costi is about 39 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 Costi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Costi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Costi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Costi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Costi
Where is Costi located?
Costi village is located in Sanguem Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Costi?
The Village Panchayat of Costi is Kalay(kalem).
What is the pincode of Costi?
The pincode of Costi is 403704.
What is the population of Costi?
Costi had a total population of 881, including 503 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Costi?
Costi had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Costi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Costi was 84.19%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 73.39%.