Macasana
Macasana is a village located in Salcete taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 10km away from Margao, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Macasana village. As per 2009 stats, Macasana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Macasana unique in its vibrant Salcete-South Goa region. You’ll see Macasana’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 Macasana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Macasana is 626902. The village spans a total geographical area of 500 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403709. Salcete is nearest town to Macasana village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Macasana 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 Cuncolim 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 Macasana
Population of Macasana
According to the 2011 Census, Macasana has a total population of about 1,972, with approximately 880 males and 1,092 females. The sex ratio is around 1240 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 228 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.72%, with male literacy at about 82.16% and female literacy near 77.75%. There are around 503 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Macasana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,972 | 880 | 1,092 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 113 | 115 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,572 | 723 | 849 |
Illiterate Population | 400 | 157 | 243 |
Connectivity of Macasana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Macasana. As per the 2011 stats, Macasana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Macasana
Knowing the nearby villages of Macasana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Macasana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Macasana
- Where is Macasana located?
- Macasana village is situated in Salcete Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Macasana?
- Macasana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Macasana?
- The pincode of Macasana is 403709, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Macasana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Macasana is 1,972, with 880 males and 1,092 females.
- How many households are there in Macasana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Macasana village has a total of 503 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Macasana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Macasana is 79.72%. The male literacy rate is 82.16%, while the female literacy rate is 77.75%.