Colomba
Colomba is a village located in Sanguem taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sanguem (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Margao. As per 2009 stats, Rivona is the gram panchayat of Colomba village.
Colomba 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 Colomba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Colomba is 627013. The village spans a total geographical area of 1829 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403705. Sanguem is nearest town to Colomba village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Colomba 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 Sanguem 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 Colomba
Population of Colomba
Below is a concise population overview of Colomba as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,831 | 949 | 882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 92 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 824 | 402 | 422 |
| Literate Population | 1,315 | 735 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 214 | 302 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Colomba village:
- The total population of Colomba village is around 1,831, including approximately 949 males and 882 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 175 children aged 0–6 years in Colomba village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Colomba village has 824 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Colomba village is about 71.82%, with male literacy at 77.45% and female literacy at 65.76%.
- There are around 400 households in Colomba village.
Connectivity of Colomba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Colomba. As per the 2011 stats, Colomba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Colomba
Knowing the nearby villages of Colomba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Colomba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Colomba
- Where is Colomba located?
- Colomba village is situated in Sanguem Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Colomba?
- The Gram Panchayat of Colomba is Rivona (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Colomba?
- The pincode of Colomba is 403705, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Colomba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Colomba is 1,831, with 949 males and 882 females.
- How many households are there in Colomba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Colomba village has a total of 400 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Colomba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Colomba is 71.82%. The male literacy rate is 77.45%, while the female literacy rate is 65.76%.