Nestled in the western coastal region of India lies the picturesque state of Goa, renowned for its pristine beaches, vibrant culture, and rich history. While Goa is often celebrated for its lively coastal towns and bustling nightlife, there exists a quieter and lesser-known side to this beautiful state, embodied by its largest district, South Goa.
There are two districts in Goa – North Goa and South Goa. Goa is an Indian state located in the Konkan region, on the southwest coast of the country. This state was a former part of the Portuguese territories in India. Goa was announced as an independent state on 30 May 1987 and was reorganized into the present two districts.
We have shared the names of the districts of Goa here, along with some other information. Check out the details about the total population and the total area covered by the Goa districts here.
South Goa district is one of the two districts that comprise the Indian state of Goa, located within the Konkan region. It shares its borders with North Goa district to the north and the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka state to the east and south. The western coast is formed by the Arabian Sea, enhancing the district’s coastal charm.
South Goa, the second district in Goa, spans an area of 1,966 square kilometers and hosts a population of 640,537.
Goa, a former Portuguese territory in India, was reorganized into two districts, North Goa and South Goa, after gaining independence in 1961. It remains one of India’s smallest states, with only two administrative districts.
Here the facts you must know about the 2 districts of Goa:
Districts of Goa | |||||
S. No. | District | Headquarter | Area (in sq. km) | Population (2011) | Density (/ sq. km) |
1. | North Goa | Panaji | 1,736 | 817,761 | 471 |
2. | South Goa | Madgaon | 1,966 | 639,963 | 326 |
South Goa district is one of the two districts of Goa and the largest district in Goa that comprise the Indian state of Goa, located within the Konkan region.
There are two districts in Goa - North Goa and South Goa. Goa is an Indian state located in the Konkan region, on the southwest coast of the country.
South Goa, the second district in Goa, spans an area of 1,966 square kilometers and hosts a population of 640,537.
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