Verlem - Sanguem, Kushavati
Verlem is a village situated in the Sanguem taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 40 km from Sanguem and around 70 km from Margao. Neturlim serves as the Village Panchayat for Verlem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Verlem is 627020. The village covers a total geographical area of 5413 hectares and falls under the 403704 pincode.
Verlem 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 Verlem
According to the 2011 Census, Verlem village had a total population of 568 people, including 268 males and 300 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.26%, with male literacy at 83.12% and female literacy at 60.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 460.
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 | 568 | 268 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 460 | 220 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 192 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 76 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Verlem
Verlem 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 Verlem
Verlem 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 5-10 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 Verlem is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Verlem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Verlem 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 Verlem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Verlem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Verlem
Where is Verlem located?
Verlem village is located in Sanguem Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Verlem?
The Village Panchayat of Verlem is Neturlim.
What is the pincode of Verlem?
The pincode of Verlem is 403704.
What is the population of Verlem?
Verlem had a total population of 568, including 268 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Verlem?
Verlem had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Verlem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Verlem was 71.26%. Male literacy was 83.12% and female literacy was 60.84%.