Quedem - Quepem, Kushavati
Quedem is a village situated in the Quepem taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 21 km from Quepem and around 30 km from Margao. Barcem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Quedem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Quedem is 626960. The village covers a total geographical area of 786 hectares and falls under the 403705 pincode.
Quedem 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 Quedem
As per Census 2011, Quedem village has a total population of 414 people, consisting of 212 males and 202 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 289 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 323 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Quedem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 414 | 212 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 162 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 158 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 54 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Quedem
Quedem 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 Quedem
Quedem is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Quedem is about 30 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 Quedem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Quedem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Quedem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Quedem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Quedem
Where is Quedem located?
Quedem village is located in Quepem Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Quedem?
The Gram Panchayat of Quedem is Barcem.
What is the pincode of Quedem?
The pincode of Quedem is 403705.
What is the population of Quedem?
Quedem has a total population of 414, including 212 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Quedem?
There are 86 households in Quedem.
What is the literacy rate in Quedem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Quedem is 69.81%. Male literacy is 74.53% and female literacy is 64.85%.