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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Codar village had a total population of 733 people, including 366 males and 367 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.48%, with male literacy at 87.57% and female literacy at 73.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Village Panchayat of Codar?
The Village 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 had a total population of 733, including 366 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Codar?
Codar had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Codar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Codar was 80.48%. Male literacy was 87.57% and female literacy was 73.27%.