Colva
About Colva
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Colva village is 626897. Colva village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 287 hectares. Colva has a total population of 3,141 peoples, out of which male population is 1,566 while female population is 1,575. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1005 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of colva village is 79.62% out of which 83.08% males and 76.19% females are literate. There are about 810 houses in colva village. Pincode of colva village locality is 403708.
When it comes to administration, Colva village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Colva village comes under Benaulim Vidhan Sabha constituency & South Goa Lok Sabha constituency. Salcete is nearest town to colva village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Colva
The population details of Colva cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,141 | 1,566 | 1,575 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 294 | 143 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,501 | 1,301 | 1,200 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 265 | 375 |
Connectivity of Colva
| 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 |
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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%.