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Varca, India

Goa · 🇮🇳 India

Varca is a small city in Goa, India with a population of 5,439. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
5,439 Population
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
115.6 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

Population5,439
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
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)
Rain115.6 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population5,439
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates15.2324°, 73.9431°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceGoa
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation115.6 inches (2,936 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Varca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Varca receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Varca 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

Varca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 115.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Varca has a population of 5,439. 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

5,439
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Varca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Varca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Varca 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: Varca 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 Varca, 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: Varca 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

Varca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 115.6 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 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average81.0°F
50% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall115.6 inches
204% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates15.2324°N, 73.9431°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
April 85°F (29°C) 0.4 in
May 86°F (30°C) 3.9 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 33.8 in
July 80°F (26°C) 37.2 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 23.2 in
September 80°F (27°C) 9.8 in
October 81°F (27°C) 5.4 in
November 81°F (27°C) 1.4 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in

Varca has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 78°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 115.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (37.2") 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Varca

What is the population of Varca?

Varca has a population of 5,439 residents and is located in India.. 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 Varca expensive to live in?

Varca 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 Varca?

Varca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 115.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Varca?

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

How are the schools in Varca?

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

How healthy is Varca?

The obesity rate in Varca 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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