Mangal - Quepem, Kushavati
Mangal is a village situated in the Quepem taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 35 km from Quepem and around 53 km from Margao. Caurem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangal is 626968. The village covers a total geographical area of 1213 hectares and falls under the 403704 pincode.
Mangal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanguem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangal
According to the 2011 Census, Mangal village had a total population of 296 people, including 139 males and 157 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.64%, with male literacy at 75.83% and female literacy at 71.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 259.
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 | 296 | 139 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 122 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 91 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 48 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Mangal
Mangal 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 Mangal
Mangal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mangal is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangal 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 Mangal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangal 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 Mangal
Where is Mangal located?
Mangal village is located in Quepem Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangal is Caurem.
What is the pincode of Mangal?
The pincode of Mangal is 403704.
What is the population of Mangal?
Mangal had a total population of 296, including 139 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Mangal?
Mangal had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangal was 73.64%. Male literacy was 75.83% and female literacy was 71.74%.