Cola
Cola is a village located in Canacona taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Canacona (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Margao. As per 2009 stats, Cola village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Cola unique in its vibrant Canacona-South Goa region. You’ll see Cola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Cola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Cola is 627022. The village spans a total geographical area of 3444.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403702. Canacona is nearest town to Cola village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Cola 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 Canacona Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the South Goa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Cola
Population of Cola
According to the 2011 Census, Cola has a total population of about 5,382, with approximately 2,779 males and 2,603 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 600 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,977. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.31%, with male literacy at about 77.08% and female literacy near 65.16%. There are around 1,107 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Cola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,382 | 2,779 | 2,603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 600 | 326 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,977 | 1,555 | 1,422 |
| Literate Population | 3,838 | 2,142 | 1,696 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,544 | 637 | 907 |
Connectivity of Cola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Cola. As per the 2011 stats, Cola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Cola
Knowing the nearby villages of Cola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Cola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cola
- Where is Cola located?
- Cola village is situated in Canacona Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Cola?
- Cola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Cola?
- The pincode of Cola is 403702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Cola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Cola is 5,382, with 2,779 males and 2,603 females.
- How many households are there in Cola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Cola village has a total of 1,107 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Cola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Cola is 71.31%. The male literacy rate is 77.08%, while the female literacy rate is 65.16%.