Assagao - Bardez, North Goa
Assagao is a village situated in the Bardez taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mapusa and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Assagao village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Assagao is 626672. The village covers a total geographical area of 1072.8 hectares and falls under the 403507 pincode.
Assagao village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Siolim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Assagao
As per Census 2011, Assagao village has a total population of 4,367 people, consisting of 2,216 males and 2,151 females. The village has 952 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,712 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Assagao are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,367 | 2,216 | 2,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 208 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 76 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 3,712 | 1,932 | 1,780 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 284 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Assagao
Assagao 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 Assagao
Assagao 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 Assagao.
| 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 |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Assagao 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 Assagao
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Assagao village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Assagao
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Assagao 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 Assagao
Where is Assagao located?
Assagao village is located in Bardez Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Assagao?
Assagao is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Assagao?
The pincode of Assagao is 403507.
What is the population of Assagao?
Assagao has a total population of 4,367, including 2,216 males and 2,151 females.
How many households are there in Assagao?
There are 952 households in Assagao.
What is the literacy rate in Assagao?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Assagao is 85.00%. Male literacy is 87.18% and female literacy is 82.75%.