South Goa
South Goa is a district in the Goa State of India. The total area of South Goa district is 1,966 km², which includes 1,666.80 km² of rural area and 299.20 km² of urban area. There are about 132 villages in South Goa district.
For administrative convenience, South Goa district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 5 talukas in South Goa district. Here is the list of all South Goa Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in South Goa District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canacona | 352 | 45,172 |
| 2 | Mormugao | 109 | 1,54,561 |
| 3 | Quepem | 318 | 81,193 |
| 4 | Salcete | 298 | 2,94,464 |
| 5 | Sanguem | 888 | 65,147 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Sanguem is the largest taluka in south goa district, covering an area of 888.44 km², while Mormugao is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 109.12 km². Salcete is the most populous, whereas Canacona is the least populous taluka in south goa district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Sanguem | Salcete |
| Smallest Tehsil | Mormugao | Mormugao |
Population of South Goa District
The population of South Goa offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of South Goa, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,40,537 | 2,26,804 | 4,13,733 |
| Total Male Population | 3,22,463 | 1,11,528 | 2,10,935 |
| Total Female Population | 3,18,074 | 1,15,276 | 2,02,798 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 66,906 | 23,279 | 43,627 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 34,379 | 11,892 | 22,487 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 32,527 | 11,387 | 21,140 |
| Literate Population | 5,02,427 | 1,72,644 | 3,29,783 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,64,085 | 89,558 | 1,74,527 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,38,342 | 83,086 | 1,55,256 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,38,110 | 54,160 | 83,950 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 58,378 | 21,970 | 36,408 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 79,732 | 32,190 | 47,542 |
| Households | 1,51,845 | 53,504 | 98,341 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of South Goa district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of South Goa district is 6,40,537, including 3,22,463 males and 3,18,074 females. In rural areas, it is 2,26,804, including 1,11,528 males and 1,15,276 females. In urban areas, it is 4,13,733, including 2,10,935 males and 2,02,798 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in South Goa district is 66,906, including 34,379 boys and 32,527 girls. In rural areas, it is 23,279, including 11,892 boys and 11,387 girls. In urban areas, it is 43,627, including 22,487 boys and 21,140 girls.
- Literate population in South Goa district is around 5,02,427, including 2,64,085 males and 2,38,342 females. In rural areas, it is 1,72,644, including 89,558 males and 83,086 females. In urban areas, it is 3,29,783, including 1,74,527 males and 1,55,256 females.
- Illiterate population in South Goa district is about 1,38,110, including 58,378 males and 79,732 females. In rural areas, it is 54,160, including 21,970 males and 32,190 females. In urban areas, it is 83,950, including 36,408 males and 47,542 females.
- There are about 1,51,845 households in South Goa district, including 53,504 in rural areas and 98,341 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within South Goa. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 7,843 | 1,618 | 6,225 |
| SC Male Population | 3,915 | 797 | 3,118 |
| SC Female Population | 3,928 | 821 | 3,107 |
| Total ST Population | 92,669 | 59,945 | 32,724 |
| ST Male Population | 45,124 | 29,663 | 15,461 |
| ST Female Population | 47,545 | 30,282 | 17,263 |
| Population Density | 326 / km² | 136 / km² | 1,383 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of South Goa district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in South Goa district is approximately 7,843, including 3,915 males and 3,928 females. In rural areas, it is 1,618, including 797 males and 821 females. In urban areas, it is 6,225, including 3,118 males and 3,107 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in South Goa district is about 92,669, including 45,124 males and 47,545 females. In rural areas, it is 59,945, including 29,663 males and 30,282 females. In urban areas, it is 32,724, including 15,461 males and 17,263 females.
- Overall population density of South Goa district is around 326 people per km². Rural areas have about 136 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,383 people per km².