Goculdem - Quepem, Kushavati
Goculdem is a village situated in the Quepem taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 21 km from Quepem and around 33 km from Margao. Barcem serves as the Village Panchayat for Goculdem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goculdem is 626962. The village covers a total geographical area of 1076 hectares and falls under the 403703 pincode.
Goculdem 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 Goculdem
According to the 2011 Census, Goculdem village had a total population of 579 people, including 312 males and 267 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.30%, with male literacy at 75.18% and female literacy at 60.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 526.
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 | 579 | 312 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 526 | 279 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 206 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 106 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Goculdem
Goculdem 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 Goculdem
Goculdem is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Goculdem is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goculdem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goculdem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Goculdem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goculdem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goculdem
Where is Goculdem located?
Goculdem village is located in Quepem Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Goculdem?
The Village Panchayat of Goculdem is Barcem.
What is the pincode of Goculdem?
The pincode of Goculdem is 403703.
What is the population of Goculdem?
Goculdem had a total population of 579, including 312 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Goculdem?
Goculdem had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goculdem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goculdem was 68.30%. Male literacy was 75.18% and female literacy was 60.34%.