Emgee AnantamDona Paula, Goa

Dona Paula is a luxurious and one of the most expensive residential localities in North Goa. Living in Dona Paula is a dream with its beautiful Dona Paula beach and luxurious resorts. The village was once called Oddavell and was named after a woman, Dona Paula, who worked relentlessly toward the welfare of society.

The locality is attracting the attention of real estate investors to either construct hotels or homestays for tourists who plan to enjoy an extended stay in Goa. It is just 7 km from Goa's capital Panjim and is located south of the Zuari and Mandovi estuaries.

Dona Paula offers several flats and ready apartments by homegrown builders. These places are commonly popular among renters, students, tourists, or professionals who work in nearby areas. Due to the luxury, affordability, and easy availability of daily needs, people generally prefer living in modern societies like Dona Paula.

What is Good in Dona Paula?

• Dona Paula is also a thriving employment hub for the residents, with tourism as the primary source of income.
• It is located in the suburbs of Panaji and is a popular tourist destination. Some of the ministries and renowned industrialists own homes in Dona Paula.
• A 5000-seater convention and expo centre has been planned at Dona Paula.
• The Department of Tourism plans to ensure land preservation and reduce traffic congestion around NIO Circle.
• Dona Paula is calm during the monsoons, but during the peak season, it thrives with tourists and is an ideal spot for blockbuster movie shootings.

What Can Be Better in Dona Paula?

• Dona Paula needs to work on its waste management and garbage dumping problem.
• Traffic congestion, especially during the peak seasons.
• Water clogging is another problem, especially during the monsoons.

Physical Infrastructure and Livability Index

Dona Paula is home to top-notch MNCs and industries like S M Pen and Plastic Industries, APS Water Industries, Venture Infotech Global Private Limited, Goa Software Solutions, Amruta Cashew Industries, Druva Agro-Industry, Vijayshree Software Solutions, etc.

The roads connect the locality to other prominent areas of the coastal region. Dona Paula is located on a famous sea stretch that spans from Panjim and is in proximity to Goa International Airport and the Karmali Railway Station. 

Dona Paula is popular for its National Institute of Oceanography, Goa University, and the International Centre Goa. The cost of living is average, but the comfort and lifestyle are quite rich here because of its ever-increasing rise in tourism.

Social Infrastructure

Done Paula boasts of some of the best educational institutes like D. Sunshine Worldwide School, Eurokids, Convent schools, CSIR National Institute Of Oceanography, and the National Institute Of Water Sports. The locality also has some of the best medical facilities, like Pai Hospital, Criti Care Children's Hospital, and Healthway Hospitals.

Dona Paula is also well-known for easy access to several malls, supermarkets, local bazaars, banks, parks, and multi-cuisine restaurants. Being close to the capital city of Goa, there are several shopping avenues for the daily needs of the residents.

Restaurants

• Karan's Multi-Cuisine Restaurant & Bar
• Arcanjela Bar and Restaurant
• Soft Rock Café
• The Goan Room
• Soi Dona Paula

Banks and ATM

• Bank of India
• PMC bank
• ICICI Bank
• AU Small Finance Bank
• Canara Bank

Airport

• The Goa International Airport - 26 km away

Bus Terminals

• Dona Paula Bus Stop
• Sonata Bus Stop
• Durgawadi Bus Stop
• Goa University Bus Stop

Railway Stations

• Karmali Railway Station - 20 km away
• Madgaon Railway Station - 37 km away

Parks

• Old Park
• Forest department Park
• Blue Berry Park
• Santissmo Park
• Caranzalem Children's Park

Popular Roads in Dona Paula 

Dona Paula is connected to key centres in North Goa and the capital city through various important roads:

• Highway NH748: Dona Paula is well connected to important centres of Goa through NH748 and NH-66, another major highway that is just 9 km from Dona Paula. The highways connect the locality to Panvel and Mangalore.
• Hawaii Beach Road: This locality is well-connected to other localities with broad and well-constructed roads like Hawaii Beach Road and Jetty Road.
• Dr Jack de Sequeira Road: This important road, along with other local roads, connects residents to nearby localities and other important neighbourhood centres.

Nearby Locality - Distance Calculator

Dona Paula has some of the best localities around it. Here are nearby localities, with their approximate distance and estimated cab fare from the locality, which you can consider:

Transport Services Availability

Dona Paula flaunts a well-organized transport system of buses, cabs, autos, and rental bikes that connect residents to amenities, beaches, and recreational hubs. The neighbourhood offers an excellent road network.

Karmali station connects this town to other nearby areas via MDR-3. The international airport is within a range of 25-27 km via NH-66.  So, if you plan to visit the core areas of North Goa or Panjim or even travel down to South Goa, there are abundant transport options to choose from. Because of the thriving tourism sector, there is no dearth of availability of private vehicles and public transport services in Dona Paula.

How People Rate this Locality

The residents and tourists of Dona Paula rated this locality highly at 4.5/5 in terms of connectivity, safety, entertainment, recreational facilities, environment, and transportation avenues. It is one of the most-loved towns in Panjim, overlooking the Zuari River and the Arabian Sea.

Another reason why people prefer living in Dona Paula in Goa is because of the availability of all basic amenities like hospitals, schools, colleges, and markets.

How to Visit Dona Paula

If you are reaching Goa by air, then you can take a cab (pre-booked) from Dabolim or Goa International Airport airport and reach Dona Paula, which is 29 km away from the airport. If you are travelling from Anjuna Beach, then the locality is 36 km away. You can also reach the station by train, by taking a train from other states to the Karmali railway station.

You get quick and easy access to bus and taxi services. Buses are operated by the Kadamba Transport Corporation and Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation, which leave every 15 minutes from Panjim. You can also avail a ferry service from Mormugao.

Places To Visit in Dona Paula

When in Dona Paula, you must take a stroll at the beautiful beach and not miss the sunrise and sunset. You can also try the various water sports facilities like water-scooter, cycle, and motorboat rides. You can also try windsurfing, parasailing, and water skiing. To learn more about Marine Biology, you can visit the National Oceanography Institute. 

The coastline offers an exceptional view of the Aguada Fort. Dona Paula is popular for its whitewashed statue sculpted in 1969 by Baroness Yrse Von Leistner, which is named "Image of India" and depicts the figures of Mother India and Young India.

You can also visit the Palacio do and the historic British war graves cemetery when in Dona Paula. You can also visit the Reis Magos Church and the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary. The best beaches in this neighbourhood are Miramar Beach and Vainguinim Beach.

Locality Comparison

As compared to nearby localities like Miramar, Taleigao, and Caranzalem, Dona Paula is a more luxurious, clean, and upscale neighbourhood which offers a comfortable lifestyle. Undoubtedly the property prices and rentals are high, but so is the return on investment.

Investors are showing interest in apartments and flats in the region because of the increasing demand for 2 BHK and 3 BHK properties on rent by tourists and people who move from other parts of the country to this beautiful city.