Nirancal - Ponda, South Goa
Nirancal is a village situated in the Ponda taluka of South Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 12 km from Ponda and around 43 km from Panaji. Betora-nirancal serves as the Village Panchayat for Nirancal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nirancal is 626861. The village covers a total geographical area of 1989.3 hectares and falls under the 403401 pincode.
Nirancal 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 Nirancal
According to the 2011 Census, Nirancal village had a total population of 1,772 people, including 880 males and 892 females, living in 406 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.63%, with male literacy at 90.39% and female literacy at 76.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 278.
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 | 1,772 | 880 | 892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 68 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 278 | 136 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 1,369 | 734 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 146 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Nirancal
Nirancal 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 Nirancal
Nirancal 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 Nirancal is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nirancal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nirancal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nirancal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nirancal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nirancal
Where is Nirancal located?
Nirancal village is located in Ponda Taluka, South Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Nirancal?
The Village Panchayat of Nirancal is Betora-nirancal.
What is the pincode of Nirancal?
The pincode of Nirancal is 403401.
What is the population of Nirancal?
Nirancal had a total population of 1,772, including 880 males and 892 females.
How many households are there in Nirancal?
Nirancal had 406 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nirancal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nirancal was 83.63%. Male literacy was 90.39% and female literacy was 76.97%.