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Goa Velha, India

Goa · 🇮🇳 India

Goa Velha is a small city in Goa, India with a population of 5,656. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
5,656 Population 3,673/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
95.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population5,656
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density3,673/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain95.7 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population5,656
Population Density3,673 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates15.4438°, 73.8857°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceGoa
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation95.7 inches (2,431 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Goa Velha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goa Velha receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Goa Velha offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Goa Velha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 321 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 95.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Goa Velha has a population of 5,656 with a density of 3,673 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,656
Total Population
3,673
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Goa Velha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Goa Velha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goa Velha is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Goa Velha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Goa Velha, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Goa Velha vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Goa Velha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 321 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 95.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall95.7 inches
152% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density3,673/sq mi
Coordinates15.4438°N, 73.8857°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
April 85°F (29°C) 0.3 in
May 85°F (30°C) 3.5 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 34.4 in
July 77°F (25°C) 39.6 in Coldest, Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 24.6 in
September 80°F (27°C) 9.8 in
October 81°F (27°C) 5.4 in
November 81°F (27°C) 1.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in

Goa Velha has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 77°F in July to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 119.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (39.6") and January the driest (0.0").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,673/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Goa Velha

What is the population of Goa Velha?

Goa Velha has a population of 5,656 residents and is located in India. The population density is 3,673 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Goa Velha expensive to live in?

Goa Velha is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Goa Velha?

Goa Velha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 95.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Goa Velha?

Goa Velha has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Goa Velha?

34.4% of adults in Goa Velha hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Goa Velha?

The obesity rate in Goa Velha is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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