Griha Aadhar Scheme for Housewives in Goa
This scheme can be applied for at the Village Panchayat level in Goa, where Panchayats assist with document verification, guidance, and initial application processes. Final approval and disbursement are handled by the Directorate of Women & Child Development or the concerned government department.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar card (identity proof)
- Marriage certificate (or widow/divorcee certificate as applicable)
- Proof of residence/domicile certificate issued by Village Panchayat (showing at least 15 years residency in Goa)
- Income certificate (showing combined annual income of husband and wife ≤ ₹3,00,000; for widows/divorcees, income limit is ₹1,50,000)
- Passport-sized photograph
- Bank passbook or account details for direct transfer
- Any other documents as specified by the local authorities
Informative Blog
The Griha Aadhar Scheme is a flagship program by the Department of Women & Child Development, Government of Goa, designed to provide financial support to housewives and homemakers from the middle, lower-middle, and economically weaker sections of Goan society. The objective is to help these women cope with rising living costs and maintain a reasonable standard of living for their families.
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive a monthly financial assistance of ₹1,500, paid directly to the housewives/homemakers.
Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a married woman (including widows or divorcees).
- She must be above 18 years of age.
- Residency in Goa for at least the last 15 years is mandatory.
- The combined annual income of the applicant and her spouse should not exceed ₹3,00,000. For widows or divorcees, the income limit is ₹1,50,000.
- Applicants who are already receiving benefits under the Dayanand Social Security Scheme (DSSS) are not eligible.
- Regular employees of the government or certain other specified institutions are excluded.
The scheme ensures financial independence for homemakers by directly empowering them with monthly funds, helping them manage household expenses amid inflation.
Village Panchayats in Goa play an important role for local residents by facilitating the application process—helping with the verification of residency and income documents, guiding applicants in filling out forms, and forwarding applications to higher authorities.
For application forms and official procedures, applicants can approach their nearest Village Panchayat office or the Directorate of Women & Child Development.
For official information and online access to related services, visit:
Department of Women & Child Development, Goa
This scheme is a significant step towards the socio-economic empowerment of Goan women dedicated to managing their households, ensuring better financial security and dignity.
If you need, I can help prepare detailed step-by-step guidance for the application or provide local office contacts.