Codar - Ponda, South Goa
Codar is a village situated in the Ponda taluka of South Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 10 km from Ponda and around 39 km from Panaji. Betora-nirancal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Codar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Codar is 626860. The village covers a total geographical area of 975.28 hectares and falls under the 403406 pincode.
Codar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ponda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Codar
As per Census 2011, Codar village has a total population of 733 people, consisting of 366 males and 367 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 540 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 169 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Codar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 733 | 366 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 296 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 70 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Codar
Codar 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 Codar
Codar 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 Codar is about 39 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 Codar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Codar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Codar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Codar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Codar
Where is Codar located?
Codar village is located in Ponda Taluka, South Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Codar?
The Gram Panchayat of Codar is Betora-nirancal.
What is the pincode of Codar?
The pincode of Codar is 403406.
What is the population of Codar?
Codar has a total population of 733, including 366 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Codar?
There are 172 households in Codar.
What is the literacy rate in Codar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Codar is 73.67%. Male literacy is 80.87% and female literacy is 66.49%.