Costi

Costi is a village located in Sanguem taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Sanguem (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Margao. As per 2009 stats, Kalay Kalem is the gram panchayat of Costi village.

Costi 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 Costi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Costi is 626996. The village spans a total geographical area of 685 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403704. Sanguem is nearest town to Costi village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Costi 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 Sanvordem 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.

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Population of Costi

Below is a concise population overview of Costi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 881 503 378
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 84 48 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 671 420 251
Illiterate Population 210 83 127

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Costi village:

  • The total population of Costi village is around 881, including approximately 503 males and 378 females, with a sex ratio of 751 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 84 children aged 0–6 years in Costi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Costi village has 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Costi village is about 76.16%, with male literacy at 83.50% and female literacy at 66.40%.
  • There are around 196 households in Costi village.

Connectivity of Costi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Costi. As per the 2011 stats, Costi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Costi

Knowing the nearby villages of Costi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Costi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Costi

Where is Costi located?
Costi village is situated in Sanguem Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Costi?
The Gram Panchayat of Costi is Kalay Kalem (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Costi?
The pincode of Costi is 403704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Costi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Costi is 881, with 503 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Costi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Costi village has a total of 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Costi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Costi is 76.16%. The male literacy rate is 83.50%, while the female literacy rate is 66.40%.