Verla - Bardez, North Goa
Verla is a village situated in the Bardez taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mapusa and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Verla Canca serves as the Gram Panchayat for Verla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Verla is 626676. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.35 hectares and falls under the 403510 pincode.
Verla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Siolim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Verla
As per Census 2011, Verla village has a total population of 3,685 people, consisting of 1,890 males and 1,795 females. The village has 858 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 403 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,980 literate and 705 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Verla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,685 | 1,890 | 1,795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 206 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 106 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,980 | 1,577 | 1,403 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 313 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Verla
Verla 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 Verla
Verla 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 Panaji to Verla is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Verla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Verla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Verla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Verla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Verla
Where is Verla located?
Verla village is located in Bardez Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Verla?
The Gram Panchayat of Verla is Verla Canca.
What is the pincode of Verla?
The pincode of Verla is 403510.
What is the population of Verla?
Verla has a total population of 3,685, including 1,890 males and 1,795 females.
How many households are there in Verla?
There are 858 households in Verla.
What is the literacy rate in Verla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Verla is 80.87%. Male literacy is 83.44% and female literacy is 78.16%.