Carmona - Salcete, South Goa
Carmona is a village situated in the Salcete taluka of South Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 13 km from Margao, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Carmona village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Carmona is 626917. The village covers a total geographical area of 691 hectares and falls under the 403717 pincode.
Carmona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benaulim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Carmona
According to the 2011 Census, Carmona village had a total population of 3,864 people, including 1,856 males and 2,008 females, living in 1,006 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.51%, with male literacy at 94.69% and female literacy at 90.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Carmona
Carmona 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 Carmona
Carmona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Carmona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Margao to Carmona is about 13 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 Carmona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Carmona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Carmona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Carmona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Carmona
Where is Carmona located?
Carmona village is located in Salcete Taluka, South Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Carmona?
Carmona is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Carmona?
The pincode of Carmona is 403717.
What is the population of Carmona?
Carmona had a total population of 3,864, including 1,856 males and 2,008 females.
How many households are there in Carmona?
Carmona had 1,006 households.
What is the literacy rate in Carmona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Carmona was 92.51%. Male literacy was 94.69% and female literacy was 90.55%.