Goa
Goa is a state in India. It is situated on the west coast of India. It covers an area of 3702 square kilometres. It was liberated from Portuguese rule in 1961 and then became part of India as 25th state of the Union of India. It was part of Union territory of Goa, Daman & Diu till 30 May 1987 when it was carved out to form a separate State.History
Symbolized as Parashurambhoomi in the Puranas, land created by pushing back the ocean, Goa was ruled by Marathas, Adilshahas, Kadambas and then for a period varying between 150 years to 450 years by Portuguese that ended in December 1961. Over the past few centuries Goa has been exposed to varied cultures, resulting into a rich diverse and pluralistic cultural outlook which is based on peace, tolerance and hospitality. This speaks for its communal harmony which in turn makes it a hospitality destination of international repute.The people worldwide know Goa as a tourists’ paradise blessed by silvery and pristine beaches, historical temples and churches and a place of peace-loving people who cherish communal harmony. Very few would, however, fancy that Goa is today turning into a fast developing economy with a vibrant citizenry that is perennially asserting itself over choices and options of development. In other words, it is slowly but steadily transforming from a long laid-back society into a vibrant and dynamic churning of an enterprise which is becoming increasingly conscious of a continued struggle needed for preserving its ecology, environment for its posterity.
As a result, Goa is witnessing a major citizen participation in the local self government process, where people across the State are seen questioning the type of development and the use of State’s scare land and other resources.
The State boasts of a very high literacy rate, almost second to Kerala. In terms of per capita income too, the State ranks among the highest. Yet a big concern continues to be its declining agriculture which is marked by the very high rate of urbanization which is driving it into an Urban-State.
Districts
North Goa District, South Goa DistrictLok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha (Legislative Assembly) constituencies therein
There are two Lok Sabha and 40 Vidhan Sabha constituencies in the state.
1 North Goa Lok Sabha Constituency - 1 Mandrem Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 2 Pernem Vidhan Sabha Constituency (SC); 3 Bicholim Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 4 Tivim Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 5 Mapusa Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 6 Siolim Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 7 Saligao Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 8 Calangute Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 9 Porvorim Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 10 Aldona Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 11 Panaji Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 12 Taleigao Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 13 St. Cruz Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 14 St. Andre Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 15 Cumbarjua Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 16 Maem Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 17 Sanquelim Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 18 Poriem Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 19 Valpoi Vidhan Sabha Constituency; and 20 Priol Vidhan Sabha Constituency.
2 South Goa Lok Sabha Constituency - 21 Ponda Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 22 Siroda Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 23 Marcaim Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 24 Mormugao Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 25 Vasco Da Gama Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 26 Dabolim Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 27 Cortalim Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 28 Nuvem Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 29 Curtorim Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 30 Fatorda Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 31 Margao Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 32 Benaulim Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 33 Navelim Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 34 Cuncolim Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 35 Velim Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 36 Quepem Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 37 Curchorem Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 38 Sanvordem Vidhan Sabha Constituency; 39 Sanguem Vidhan Sabha Constituency; and 40 Canacona Vidhan Sabha Constituency.