Piliem - Dharbandora, Kushavati
Piliem is a village situated in the Dharbandora taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 30 km from Sanguem and around 42 km from Margao. Dharbandora serves as the Village Panchayat for Piliem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piliem is 626970. The village covers a total geographical area of 1201 hectares and falls under the 403406 pincode.
Piliem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanvordem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piliem
According to the 2011 Census, Piliem village had a total population of 4,058 people, including 2,097 males and 1,961 females, living in 944 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.14%, with male literacy at 88.72% and female literacy at 77.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 446.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,058 | 2,097 | 1,961 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 262 | 272 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 225 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 2,930 | 1,628 | 1,302 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,128 | 469 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Piliem
Piliem 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 Piliem
Piliem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Margao to Piliem is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piliem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piliem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piliem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piliem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piliem
Where is Piliem located?
Piliem village is located in Dharbandora Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Piliem?
The Village Panchayat of Piliem is Dharbandora.
What is the pincode of Piliem?
The pincode of Piliem is 403406.
What is the population of Piliem?
Piliem had a total population of 4,058, including 2,097 males and 1,961 females.
How many households are there in Piliem?
Piliem had 944 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piliem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piliem was 83.14%. Male literacy was 88.72% and female literacy was 77.09%.