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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Quedem village had a total population of 414 people, including 212 males and 202 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.90%, with male literacy at 84.04% and female literacy at 71.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 323.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Quedem?
The Village Panchayat of Quedem is Barcem.
What is the pincode of Quedem?
The pincode of Quedem is 403705.
What is the population of Quedem?
Quedem had a total population of 414, including 212 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Quedem?
Quedem had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Quedem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Quedem was 77.90%. Male literacy was 84.04% and female literacy was 71.58%.