Uguem - Sanguem, Kushavati
Uguem is a village situated in the Sanguem taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. Uguem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uguem is 627003. The village covers a total geographical area of 1675 hectares and falls under the 403704 pincode.
Uguem 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 Uguem
As per Census 2011, Uguem village has a total population of 2,557 people, consisting of 1,248 males and 1,309 females. The village has 608 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,799 literate and 758 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 540 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uguem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,557 | 1,248 | 1,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 153 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 540 | 272 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 1,799 | 945 | 854 |
| Illiterate Population | 758 | 303 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Uguem
Uguem 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 Uguem
Uguem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Uguem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Uguem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uguem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uguem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uguem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uguem
Where is Uguem located?
Uguem village is located in Sanguem Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uguem?
Uguem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uguem?
The pincode of Uguem is 403704.
What is the population of Uguem?
Uguem has a total population of 2,557, including 1,248 males and 1,309 females.
How many households are there in Uguem?
There are 608 households in Uguem.
What is the literacy rate in Uguem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uguem is 70.36%. Male literacy is 75.72% and female literacy is 65.24%.