Ona - Bicholim, North Goa
Ona is a village situated in the Bicholim taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bicholim and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Ona Maulinguem Curchirem serves as the Village Panchayat for Ona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ona is 626748. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.7 hectares and falls under the 403504 pincode.
Ona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ona
According to the 2011 Census, Ona village had a total population of 685 people, including 336 males and 349 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.91%, with male literacy at 93.62% and female literacy at 80.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 685 | 336 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 279 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 57 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Ona
Ona 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 Ona
Ona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Ona is about 36 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 Ona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ona 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ona 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ona
Where is Ona located?
Ona village is located in Bicholim Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ona?
The Village Panchayat of Ona is Ona Maulinguem Curchirem.
What is the pincode of Ona?
The pincode of Ona is 403504.
What is the population of Ona?
Ona had a total population of 685, including 336 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Ona?
Ona had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ona was 86.91%. Male literacy was 93.62% and female literacy was 80.51%.