Sao Jacinto Island - Mormugao, South Goa
Sao Jacinto Island is a village situated in the Mormugao taluka of South Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mormugao and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Margao. Chicalim serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sao Jacinto Island village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sao Jacinto Island is 626875. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.97 hectares and falls under the 403711 pincode.
Sao Jacinto Island village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabolim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sao Jacinto Island
As per Census 2011, Sao Jacinto Island village has a total population of 195 people, consisting of 104 males and 91 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 171 literate and 24 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sao Jacinto Island are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 92 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Sao Jacinto Island
Sao Jacinto Island 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 Sao Jacinto Island
Sao Jacinto Island is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sao Jacinto Island.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Margao to Sao Jacinto Island is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sao Jacinto Island
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sao Jacinto Island 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sao Jacinto Island
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sao Jacinto Island village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sao Jacinto Island
Where is Sao Jacinto Island located?
Sao Jacinto Island village is located in Mormugao Taluka, South Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sao Jacinto Island?
The Gram Panchayat of Sao Jacinto Island is Chicalim.
What is the pincode of Sao Jacinto Island?
The pincode of Sao Jacinto Island is 403711.
What is the population of Sao Jacinto Island?
Sao Jacinto Island has a total population of 195, including 104 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Sao Jacinto Island?
There are 48 households in Sao Jacinto Island.
What is the literacy rate in Sao Jacinto Island?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sao Jacinto Island is 87.69%. Male literacy is 88.46% and female literacy is 86.81%.