Macasana - Salcete, South Goa
Macasana is a village situated in the Salcete taluka of South Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 10 km from Margao, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Macasana village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Macasana is 626902. The village covers a total geographical area of 500 hectares and falls under the 403709 pincode.
Macasana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cuncolim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Macasana
According to the 2011 Census, Macasana village had a total population of 1,972 people, including 880 males and 1,092 females, living in 503 households. The sex ratio was 1,241 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.14%, with male literacy at 94.26% and female literacy at 86.90%.
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 | 1,972 | 880 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 113 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,572 | 723 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 157 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Macasana
Macasana 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 Macasana
Macasana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Macasana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Margao to Macasana is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Macasana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Macasana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Macasana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Macasana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Macasana
Where is Macasana located?
Macasana village is located in Salcete Taluka, South Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Macasana?
Macasana is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Macasana?
The pincode of Macasana is 403709.
What is the population of Macasana?
Macasana had a total population of 1,972, including 880 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Macasana?
Macasana had 503 households.
What is the literacy rate in Macasana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Macasana was 90.14%. Male literacy was 94.26% and female literacy was 86.90%.