Ponda
City in Goa, India
Overview
Ponda, situated in the heart of Goa, is known for its lush landscapes, historic temples, and a laidback Goan vibe that blends Hindu culture with colonial influences. As the state's religious center, Ponda welcomes travelers seeking authentic local experiences away from the coastal crowds.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
India
State
Goa
Population
22,664
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
15.40°, 74.02°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$542
Local Cost
$219
Local Income
$320
Cashless
50
English
60
Temperature
27.4°C
Summer Avg
27.1°C
Winter Avg
26.7°C
Record High
36.4°C
Record Low
18.5°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
2201 mm
Internet Speed
83 Mbps
Upload
50 Mbps
Latency
12 ms
City Vibrancy
5
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
2
Parks
2
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
GOI
Distance
20 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 17 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.