Dumacem - Bicholim, North Goa
Dumacem is a village situated in the Bicholim taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bicholim and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Mencurem Dumacem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumacem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumacem is 626742. The village covers a total geographical area of 329.22 hectares and falls under the 403513 pincode.
Dumacem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bicholim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumacem
As per Census 2011, Dumacem village has a total population of 296 people, consisting of 147 males and 149 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 51 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumacem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 147 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 128 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 19 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Dumacem
Dumacem 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 Dumacem
Dumacem 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 Dumacem is about 39 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 Dumacem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumacem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dumacem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumacem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dumacem
Where is Dumacem located?
Dumacem village is located in Bicholim Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumacem?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumacem is Mencurem Dumacem.
What is the pincode of Dumacem?
The pincode of Dumacem is 403513.
What is the population of Dumacem?
Dumacem has a total population of 296, including 147 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Dumacem?
There are 59 households in Dumacem.
What is the literacy rate in Dumacem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumacem is 82.77%. Male literacy is 87.07% and female literacy is 78.52%.