Mencurem - Bicholim, North Goa
Mencurem is a village situated in the Bicholim taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bicholim and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Mencurem Dumacem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mencurem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mencurem is 626741. The village covers a total geographical area of 467.97 hectares and falls under the 403513 pincode.
Mencurem 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 Mencurem
According to the 2011 Census, Mencurem village had a total population of 1,381 people, including 674 males and 707 females, living in 306 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.87%, with male literacy at 91.71% and female literacy at 78.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
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 | 1,381 | 674 | 707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 59 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 564 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 110 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Mencurem
Mencurem 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 Mencurem
Mencurem 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 Mencurem is about 37 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 Mencurem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mencurem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mencurem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mencurem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mencurem
Where is Mencurem located?
Mencurem village is located in Bicholim Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mencurem?
The Gram Panchayat of Mencurem is Mencurem Dumacem.
What is the pincode of Mencurem?
The pincode of Mencurem is 403513.
What is the population of Mencurem?
Mencurem had a total population of 1,381, including 674 males and 707 females.
How many households are there in Mencurem?
Mencurem had 306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mencurem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mencurem was 84.87%. Male literacy was 91.71% and female literacy was 78.32%.