Smallest Cities in Goa

Top 71 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Goa

1 Nerul 5,042

2 Sanvordem 5,103

3 Candola 5,354

4 Varca 5,439

5 Jua 5,470

6 Pernem 5,555

7 Carapur 5,575

8 Goa Velha 5,656

9 Colovale 5,723

10 Pilerne 5,827

11 Onda 5,863

12 Palle 6,043

13 Madkai 6,215

14 Saligao 6,280

15 Salvador do Mundo 6,373

16 Sanguem 6,444

17 Aquem 6,511

18 Corlim 6,568

19 Aldona 6,606

20 Verna 6,632

21 Dabolim 6,700

22 Morjim 6,760

23 Queula 6,852

24 Bambolim 6,885

25 Guirim 7,057

26 Chinchinim 7,355

27 Xeldem 7,434

28 Murda 7,517

29 Chicalim 7,787

30 Reis Magos 8,053

31 Priol 8,164

32 Borim 8,257

33 Mandrem 8,336

34 Valpoi 8,532

35 Cortalim 9,080

36 Candolim 9,197

37 Nuvem 9,288

38 Anjuna 9,636

39 Arambol 10,000

40 São José de Areal 10,229

41 Raia 10,706

42 Solim 10,936

43 Benaulim 11,919

44 Cavelossim 11,983

45 Colva 12,000

46 Usgao 12,436

47 Kānkon 12,444

48 Navelim 12,469

49 Bandora 12,819

50 Curtorim 12,886

51 Serula 12,908

52 Sanquelim 13,651

53 Calapor 14,077

54 Quepem 14,795

55 Vagator 14,986

56 Chimbel 15,289

57 Penha de França 15,342

58 Davorlim 15,350

59 Curti 16,385

60 Cuncolim 16,623

61 Bicholim 16,986

62 Taleigao 17,148

63 Calangute 17,446

64 Sancoale 21,923

65 Ponda 22,664

66 Curchorem 22,730

67 Mapusa 40,122

68 Panjim 70,991

69 Madgaon 87,650

70 Vasco da Gama 100,485

71 Mormugao 102,345

The smallest cities in Goa (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Nerul has a population of just 5,042. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

1. At 5,042 residents, Nerul is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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