Calvim - Bardez, North Goa
Calvim is a village situated in the Bardez taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mapusa and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Aldona serves as the Village Panchayat for Calvim village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Calvim is 626685. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.01 hectares and falls under the 403523 pincode.
Calvim village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aldona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Calvim
According to the 2011 Census, Calvim village had a total population of 403 people, including 180 males and 223 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,239 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.32%, with male literacy at 87.43% and female literacy at 76.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 403 | 180 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 146 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 34 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Calvim
Calvim 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 Calvim
Calvim is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Panaji to Calvim is about 15 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 Calvim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Calvim village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Calvim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Calvim village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Calvim
Where is Calvim located?
Calvim village is located in Bardez Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Calvim?
The Village Panchayat of Calvim is Aldona.
What is the pincode of Calvim?
The pincode of Calvim is 403523.
What is the population of Calvim?
Calvim had a total population of 403, including 180 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Calvim?
Calvim had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Calvim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Calvim was 81.32%. Male literacy was 87.43% and female literacy was 76.53%.