Carmona
Carmona is a village located in Salcete taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 13km away from Margao, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Carmona village. As per 2009 stats, Carmona village is also a gram panchayat.
Carmona has its own place in the vibrant South Goa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Carmona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Carmona is 626917. The village spans a total geographical area of 691 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403717. Salcete is nearest town to Carmona village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Carmona 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 Benaulim 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 Carmona
Population of Carmona
Below is a concise population overview of Carmona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,864 | 1,856 | 2,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 219 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 3,188 | 1,550 | 1,638 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 306 | 370 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Carmona village:
- The total population of Carmona village is around 3,864, including approximately 1,856 males and 2,008 females, with a sex ratio of 1081 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 418 children aged 0–6 years in Carmona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Carmona village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 28 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Carmona village is about 82.51%, with male literacy at 83.51% and female literacy at 81.57%.
- There are around 1,006 households in Carmona village.
Connectivity of Carmona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Carmona. As per the 2011 stats, Carmona 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 Carmona
Knowing the nearby villages of Carmona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Carmona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Carmona
- Where is Carmona located?
- Carmona village is situated in Salcete Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Carmona?
- Carmona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Carmona?
- The pincode of Carmona is 403717, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Carmona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Carmona is 3,864, with 1,856 males and 2,008 females.
- How many households are there in Carmona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Carmona village has a total of 1,006 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Carmona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Carmona is 82.51%. The male literacy rate is 83.51%, while the female literacy rate is 81.57%.