Corgao - Pernem, North Goa
Corgao is a village situated in the Pernem taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pernem and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Corgao village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Corgao is 626638. The village covers a total geographical area of 2208.55 hectares and falls under the 403512 pincode.
Corgao village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pernem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Corgao
As per Census 2011, Corgao village has a total population of 6,639 people, consisting of 3,389 males and 3,250 females. The village has 1,497 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 614 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,409 literate and 1,230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Corgao are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,639 | 3,389 | 3,250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 614 | 324 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 5,409 | 2,907 | 2,502 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,230 | 482 | 748 |
Nearby Villages of Corgao
Corgao 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 Corgao
Corgao 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 Corgao.
| 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 Corgao is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Corgao
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Corgao village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Corgao
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Corgao 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 Corgao
Where is Corgao located?
Corgao village is located in Pernem Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Corgao?
Corgao is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Corgao?
The pincode of Corgao is 403512.
What is the population of Corgao?
Corgao has a total population of 6,639, including 3,389 males and 3,250 females.
How many households are there in Corgao?
There are 1,497 households in Corgao.
What is the literacy rate in Corgao?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Corgao is 81.47%. Male literacy is 85.78% and female literacy is 76.98%.