North Goa
North Goa is a district in the Goa State of India. The total area of North Goa district is 1,736 km², which includes 1,270.41 km² of rural area and 465.59 km² of urban area. There are about 188 villages in North Goa district.
For administrative convenience, North Goa district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 6 talukas in North Goa district. Here is the list of all North Goa Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in North Goa District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bardez | 264 | 2,37,440 |
| 2 | Bicholim | 239 | 97,955 |
| 3 | Pernem | 252 | 75,747 |
| 4 | Ponda | 293 | 1,65,830 |
| 5 | Satari | 495 | 63,817 |
| 6 | Tiswadi | 194 | 1,77,219 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in North Goa District
Satari is the largest taluka in north goa district, covering an area of 495.13 km², while Tiswadi is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 193.64 km². Bardez is the most populous, whereas Satari is the least populous taluka in north goa district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Satari | Bardez |
| Smallest Tehsil | Tiswadi | Tiswadi |
Population of North Goa District
The population of North Goa offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of North Goa, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,18,008 | 3,24,927 | 4,93,081 |
| Total Male Population | 4,16,677 | 1,63,908 | 2,52,769 |
| Total Female Population | 4,01,331 | 1,61,019 | 2,40,312 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 77,705 | 30,735 | 46,970 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 40,081 | 15,880 | 24,201 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 37,624 | 14,855 | 22,769 |
| Literate Population | 6,63,060 | 2,58,627 | 4,04,433 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,51,738 | 1,37,585 | 2,14,153 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,11,322 | 1,21,042 | 1,90,280 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,54,948 | 66,300 | 88,648 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 64,939 | 26,323 | 38,616 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 90,009 | 39,977 | 50,032 |
| Households | 1,91,766 | 74,704 | 1,17,062 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of North Goa district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of North Goa district is 8,18,008, including 4,16,677 males and 4,01,331 females. In rural areas, it is 3,24,927, including 1,63,908 males and 1,61,019 females. In urban areas, it is 4,93,081, including 2,52,769 males and 2,40,312 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in North Goa district is 77,705, including 40,081 boys and 37,624 girls. In rural areas, it is 30,735, including 15,880 boys and 14,855 girls. In urban areas, it is 46,970, including 24,201 boys and 22,769 girls.
- Literate population in North Goa district is around 6,63,060, including 3,51,738 males and 3,11,322 females. In rural areas, it is 2,58,627, including 1,37,585 males and 1,21,042 females. In urban areas, it is 4,04,433, including 2,14,153 males and 1,90,280 females.
- Illiterate population in North Goa district is about 1,54,948, including 64,939 males and 90,009 females. In rural areas, it is 66,300, including 26,323 males and 39,977 females. In urban areas, it is 88,648, including 38,616 males and 50,032 females.
- There are about 1,91,766 households in North Goa district, including 74,704 in rural areas and 1,17,062 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within North Goa. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 17,606 | 7,843 | 9,763 |
| SC Male Population | 8,712 | 3,837 | 4,875 |
| SC Female Population | 8,894 | 4,006 | 4,888 |
| Total ST Population | 56,606 | 27,694 | 28,912 |
| ST Male Population | 27,824 | 13,600 | 14,224 |
| ST Female Population | 28,782 | 14,094 | 14,688 |
| Population Density | 471 / km² | 256 / km² | 1,059 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of North Goa district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in North Goa district is approximately 17,606, including 8,712 males and 8,894 females. In rural areas, it is 7,843, including 3,837 males and 4,006 females. In urban areas, it is 9,763, including 4,875 males and 4,888 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in North Goa district is about 56,606, including 27,824 males and 28,782 females. In rural areas, it is 27,694, including 13,600 males and 14,094 females. In urban areas, it is 28,912, including 14,224 males and 14,688 females.
- Overall population density of North Goa district is around 471 people per km². Rural areas have about 256 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,059 people per km².