Colva
Colva is a village located in Salcete taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 5km away from Margao, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Colva village. As per 2009 stats, Colva village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Colva unique in its vibrant Salcete-South Goa region. You’ll see Colva’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 Colva
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Colva is 626897. The village spans a total geographical area of 287 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403708. Salcete is nearest town to Colva village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Colva 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 Colva
Population of Colva
According to the 2011 Census, Colva has a total population of about 3,141, with approximately 1,566 males and 1,575 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 294 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 24 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.62%, with male literacy at about 83.08% and female literacy near 76.19%. There are around 810 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Colva's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,141 | 1,566 | 1,575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 143 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,501 | 1,301 | 1,200 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 265 | 375 |
Connectivity of Colva
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Colva. As per the 2011 stats, Colva had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Colva
Knowing the nearby villages of Colva helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Colva.
Frequently Asked Questions about Colva
- Where is Colva located?
- Colva village is situated in Salcete Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Colva?
- Colva serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Colva?
- The pincode of Colva is 403708, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Colva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Colva is 3,141, with 1,566 males and 1,575 females.
- How many households are there in Colva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Colva village has a total of 810 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Colva as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Colva is 79.62%. The male literacy rate is 83.08%, while the female literacy rate is 76.19%.