Curchirem

Curchirem is a village located in Bicholim taluka of North Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bicholim (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Panaji. As per 2009 stats, Ona Maulinguem Curchirem is the gram panchayat of Curchirem village.

Here you can discover what makes Curchirem unique in its vibrant Bicholim-North Goa region. You’ll see Curchirem’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Curchirem

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Curchirem is 626750. The village spans a total geographical area of 770.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403505. Bicholim is nearest town to Curchirem village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Curchirem village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Maem Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the North Goa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Curchirem

According to the 2011 Census, Curchirem has a total population of about 2,043, with approximately 1,033 males and 1,010 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 239 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.11%, with male literacy at about 73.57% and female literacy near 60.50%. There are around 435 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Curchirem's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,043 1,033 1,010
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 239 128 111
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,371 760 611
Illiterate Population 672 273 399

Connectivity of Curchirem

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Curchirem. As per the 2011 stats, Curchirem had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Curchirem

Knowing the nearby villages of Curchirem helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Curchirem.

Frequently Asked Questions about Curchirem

Where is Curchirem located?
Curchirem village is situated in Bicholim Taluka, within the North Goa district of Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Curchirem?
The Gram Panchayat of Curchirem is Ona Maulinguem Curchirem (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Curchirem?
The pincode of Curchirem is 403505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Curchirem as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Curchirem is 2,043, with 1,033 males and 1,010 females.
How many households are there in Curchirem as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Curchirem village has a total of 435 households.
What is the literacy rate in Curchirem as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Curchirem is 67.11%. The male literacy rate is 73.57%, while the female literacy rate is 60.50%.