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.
Here you can discover what makes Carmona unique in its vibrant Salcete-South Goa region. You’ll see Carmona’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Carmona has a total population of about 3,864, with approximately 1,856 males and 2,008 females. The sex ratio is around 1081 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 418 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 28. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.51%, with male literacy at about 83.51% and female literacy near 81.57%. There are around 1,006 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Carmona's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.