Canca
Canca is a village located in Bardez taluka of North Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Mapusa (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Panaji. As per 2009 stats, Verla Canca is the gram panchayat of Canca village.
Here you can discover what makes Canca unique in its vibrant Bardez-North Goa region. You’ll see Canca’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Canca
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Canca is 626677. The village spans a total geographical area of 81.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403510. Bardez is nearest town to Canca village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Canca village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Siolim Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the North Goa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Canca
Population of Canca
According to the 2011 Census, Canca has a total population of about 3,551, with approximately 1,845 males and 1,706 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 398 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 63 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.96%, with male literacy at about 85.47% and female literacy near 80.25%. There are around 794 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Canca's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,551 | 1,845 | 1,706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 205 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,946 | 1,577 | 1,369 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 268 | 337 |
Connectivity of Canca
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Canca. As per the 2011 stats, Canca had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Canca
Knowing the nearby villages of Canca helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Canca.
Frequently Asked Questions about Canca
- Where is Canca located?
- Canca village is situated in Bardez Taluka, within the North Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Canca?
- The Gram Panchayat of Canca is Verla Canca (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Canca?
- The pincode of Canca is 403510, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Canca as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Canca is 3,551, with 1,845 males and 1,706 females.
- How many households are there in Canca as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Canca village has a total of 794 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Canca as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Canca is 82.96%. The male literacy rate is 85.47%, while the female literacy rate is 80.25%.