Amone - Bicholim, North Goa
Amone is a village situated in the Bicholim taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bicholim and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Amona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amone village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amone is 626758. The village covers a total geographical area of 734.06 hectares and falls under the 403107 pincode.
Amone village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanquelim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amone
According to the 2011 Census, Amone village had a total population of 2,963 people, including 1,482 males and 1,481 females, living in 694 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.38%, with male literacy at 96.39% and female literacy at 86.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 2,963 | 1,482 | 1,481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 151 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,437 | 1,283 | 1,154 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 199 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Amone
Amone 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 Amone
Amone is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Amone 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 Amone
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amone village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amone
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amone 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amone
Where is Amone located?
Amone village is located in Bicholim Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amone?
The Gram Panchayat of Amone is Amona.
What is the pincode of Amone?
The pincode of Amone is 403107.
What is the population of Amone?
Amone had a total population of 2,963, including 1,482 males and 1,481 females.
How many households are there in Amone?
Amone had 694 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amone?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amone was 91.38%. Male literacy was 96.39% and female literacy was 86.38%.