Latambarcem - Bicholim, North Goa
Latambarcem is a village situated in the Bicholim taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bicholim and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Latambarcem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latambarcem is 626744. The village covers a total geographical area of 3654.35 hectares and falls under the 403503 pincode.
Latambarcem 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 Latambarcem
As per Census 2011, Latambarcem village has a total population of 6,722 people, consisting of 3,437 males and 3,285 females. The village has 1,533 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 661 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,083 literate and 1,639 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Latambarcem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,722 | 3,437 | 3,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 661 | 339 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 145 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 5,083 | 2,802 | 2,281 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,639 | 635 | 1,004 |
Nearby Villages of Latambarcem
Latambarcem 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 Latambarcem
Latambarcem 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 Latambarcem is about 34 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 Latambarcem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latambarcem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Latambarcem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latambarcem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Latambarcem
Where is Latambarcem located?
Latambarcem village is located in Bicholim Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latambarcem?
Latambarcem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Latambarcem?
The pincode of Latambarcem is 403503.
What is the population of Latambarcem?
Latambarcem has a total population of 6,722, including 3,437 males and 3,285 females.
How many households are there in Latambarcem?
There are 1,533 households in Latambarcem.
What is the literacy rate in Latambarcem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latambarcem is 75.62%. Male literacy is 81.52% and female literacy is 69.44%.