Moitem - Bardez, North Goa
Moitem is a village situated in the Bardez taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mapusa and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Assanora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moitem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moitem is 626667. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.52 hectares and falls under the 403503 pincode.
Moitem 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 Moitem
According to the 2011 Census, Moitem village had a total population of 860 people, including 420 males and 440 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.72%, with male literacy at 96.89% and female literacy at 84.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 860 | 420 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 714 | 374 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 46 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Moitem
Moitem 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 Moitem
Moitem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Moitem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Moitem is about 26 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 Moitem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moitem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Moitem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moitem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Moitem
Where is Moitem located?
Moitem village is located in Bardez Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moitem?
The Gram Panchayat of Moitem is Assanora.
What is the pincode of Moitem?
The pincode of Moitem is 403503.
What is the population of Moitem?
Moitem had a total population of 860, including 420 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Moitem?
Moitem had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moitem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moitem was 90.72%. Male literacy was 96.89% and female literacy was 84.79%.