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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Ona village has a total population of 685 people, consisting of 336 males and 349 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 531 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 685 | 336 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Ona?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 685, including 336 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Ona?
There are 167 households in Ona.
What is the literacy rate in Ona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ona is 77.52%. Male literacy is 83.04% and female literacy is 72.21%.