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.
Macasana has its own place in the vibrant South Goa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Macasana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Macasana village:
- The total population of Macasana village is around 1,972, including approximately 880 males and 1,092 females, with a sex ratio of 1240 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 228 children aged 0–6 years in Macasana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Macasana village is about 79.72%, with male literacy at 82.16% and female literacy at 77.75%.
- There are around 503 households in Macasana village.
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%.