Loliem - Canacona, Kushavati
Loliem is a village situated in the Canacona taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 15 km from Canacona and around 50 km from Margao. Loliem-polem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loliem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loliem is 627027. The village covers a total geographical area of 4130.8 hectares and falls under the 403728 pincode.
Loliem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canacona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loliem
As per Census 2011, Loliem village has a total population of 4,797 people, consisting of 2,213 males and 2,584 females. The village has 1,248 households and a sex ratio of 1,167 females per 1,000 males. There are 401 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,964 literate and 833 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loliem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,797 | 2,213 | 2,584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 190 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 80 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 3,964 | 1,915 | 2,049 |
| Illiterate Population | 833 | 298 | 535 |
Nearby Villages of Loliem
Loliem is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Loliem
Loliem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Loliem has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Margao to Loliem is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loliem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loliem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Loliem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loliem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Loliem
Where is Loliem located?
Loliem village is located in Canacona Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loliem?
The Gram Panchayat of Loliem is Loliem-polem.
What is the pincode of Loliem?
The pincode of Loliem is 403728.
What is the population of Loliem?
Loliem has a total population of 4,797, including 2,213 males and 2,584 females.
How many households are there in Loliem?
There are 1,248 households in Loliem.
What is the literacy rate in Loliem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loliem is 82.63%. Male literacy is 86.53% and female literacy is 79.30%.