Curca
Curca is a village located in Tiswadi taluka of North Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 8km away from Panaji, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Curca village. As per 2009 stats, Cumbharjua is the gram panchayat of Curca village.
Curca has its own place in the vibrant North Goa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Curca
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Curca is 626723. The village spans a total geographical area of 270.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403108. Tiswadi is nearest town to Curca village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Curca village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Cumbarjua Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the North Goa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Curca
Population of Curca
Below is a concise population overview of Curca as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,518 | 1,232 | 1,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 131 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 497 | 248 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 1,952 | 1,014 | 938 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 218 | 348 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Curca village:
- The total population of Curca village is around 2,518, including approximately 1,232 males and 1,286 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 256 children aged 0–6 years in Curca village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Curca village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 497 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Curca village is about 77.52%, with male literacy at 82.31% and female literacy at 72.94%.
- There are around 560 households in Curca village.
Connectivity of Curca
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Curca. As per the 2011 stats, Curca had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Curca
Knowing the nearby villages of Curca helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Curca.
Frequently Asked Questions about Curca
- Where is Curca located?
- Curca village is situated in Tiswadi Taluka, within the North Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Curca?
- The Gram Panchayat of Curca is Cumbharjua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Curca?
- The pincode of Curca is 403108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Curca as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Curca is 2,518, with 1,232 males and 1,286 females.
- How many households are there in Curca as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Curca village has a total of 560 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Curca as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Curca is 77.52%. The male literacy rate is 82.31%, while the female literacy rate is 72.94%.