Sircaim - Bardez, North Goa
Sircaim is a village situated in the Bardez taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mapusa and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Sirsaim serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sircaim village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sircaim is 626669. The village covers a total geographical area of 377 hectares and falls under the 403502 pincode.
Sircaim village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tivim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sircaim
According to the 2011 Census, Sircaim village had a total population of 2,850 people, including 1,442 males and 1,408 females, living in 713 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.99%, with male literacy at 94.64% and female literacy at 89.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 2,850 | 1,442 | 1,408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 117 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,422 | 1,254 | 1,168 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 188 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Sircaim
Sircaim 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 Sircaim
Sircaim is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sircaim has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Sircaim is about 22 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 Sircaim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sircaim village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sircaim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sircaim 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 Sircaim
Where is Sircaim located?
Sircaim village is located in Bardez Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sircaim?
The Gram Panchayat of Sircaim is Sirsaim.
What is the pincode of Sircaim?
The pincode of Sircaim is 403502.
What is the population of Sircaim?
Sircaim had a total population of 2,850, including 1,442 males and 1,408 females.
How many households are there in Sircaim?
Sircaim had 713 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sircaim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sircaim was 91.99%. Male literacy was 94.64% and female literacy was 89.30%.