Naqueri - Quepem, Kushavati
Naqueri is a village situated in the Quepem taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 22 km from Quepem and around 17 km from Margao. Naqueri-betul serves as the Village Panchayat for Naqueri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naqueri is 626952. The village covers a total geographical area of 1262 hectares and falls under the 403723 pincode.
Naqueri 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 Naqueri
According to the 2011 Census, Naqueri village had a total population of 491 people, including 223 males and 268 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,202 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.60%, with male literacy at 78.89% and female literacy at 71.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 491 | 223 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 84 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 157 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 66 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Naqueri
Naqueri 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 Naqueri
Naqueri 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 Naqueri is about 17 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 Naqueri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naqueri 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 Naqueri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naqueri 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 Naqueri
Where is Naqueri located?
Naqueri village is located in Quepem Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Naqueri?
The Village Panchayat of Naqueri is Naqueri-betul.
What is the pincode of Naqueri?
The pincode of Naqueri is 403723.
What is the population of Naqueri?
Naqueri had a total population of 491, including 223 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Naqueri?
Naqueri had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naqueri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naqueri was 74.60%. Male literacy was 78.89% and female literacy was 71.01%.