Barcem - Quepem, Kushavati
Barcem is a village situated in the Quepem taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 22 km from Quepem and around 25 km from Margao. Barcem village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barcem is 626961. The village covers a total geographical area of 1723 hectares and falls under the 403703 pincode.
Barcem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Quepem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barcem
According to the 2011 Census, Barcem village had a total population of 2,685 people, including 1,413 males and 1,272 females, living in 458 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.33%, with male literacy at 73.38% and female literacy at 64.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,443.
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 | 2,685 | 1,413 | 1,272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 166 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,443 | 1,268 | 1,175 |
| Literate Population | 1,630 | 915 | 715 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,055 | 498 | 557 |
Nearby Villages of Barcem
Barcem 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 Barcem
Barcem 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 Barcem is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barcem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barcem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barcem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barcem 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 Barcem
Where is Barcem located?
Barcem village is located in Quepem Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Barcem?
Barcem is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barcem?
The pincode of Barcem is 403703.
What is the population of Barcem?
Barcem had a total population of 2,685, including 1,413 males and 1,272 females.
How many households are there in Barcem?
Barcem had 458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barcem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barcem was 69.33%. Male literacy was 73.38% and female literacy was 64.76%.