Khola | |
Settlement Type: | Village |
Pushpin Map: | India Goa#India |
Pushpin Label Position: | right |
Pushpin Map Caption: | Location in Goa, India |
Coordinates: | 15.07°N 73.97°W |
Subdivision Type: | Country |
Subdivision Name: | India |
Subdivision Type1: | State |
Subdivision Name1: | Goa |
Subdivision Type2: | District |
Subdivision Name2: | South Goa |
Unit Pref: | Metric |
Population Density Km2: | auto |
Demographics Type1: | Languages |
Demographics1 Title1: | Official |
Demographics1 Info1: | Konkani |
Timezone1: | IST |
Utc Offset1: | +5:30 |
Postal Code Type: | PIN |
Postal Code: | 403702 |
Area Code Type: | Telephone code |
Area Code: | 91-08346-XXX XXX |
Registration Plate: | GA |
Blank1 Name Sec1: | Coastline |
Blank2 Name Sec1: | Nearest city |
Blank2 Info Sec1: | Canacona |
Khola is a village located in Canacona, Goa, India. "Cola" is the variation of the same name.[1]
Located in the northernmost part of Canacona taluk, South Goa, the historic fort of Cabo de Rama Fort is located in this village.[2]
Cultivated uniquely on Khola village's hilly slopes, the Khola chilli stands out with its striking red hue and elongated shape, boasting moderate pungency and an enticing aroma that defines its distinctive flavor.[3] [4] [5] [6]
Khola Chilli was awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) status tag from the Geographical Indications Registry under the Union Government of India on 28 August 2019 (valid until 5 August 2028).[7] [8] [9] [10]
Khola (Cola) beach is located at this village.[11]