Salem

Salem is a village located in Bicholim taluka of North Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Bicholim (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Panaji. As per 2009 stats, Salem village is also a gram panchayat.

Salem has its own place in the vibrant North Goa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Salem

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salem is 626743. The village spans a total geographical area of 1069.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403503. Bicholim is nearest town to Salem village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Salem

Below is a concise population overview of Salem as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,427 1,724 1,703
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 375 196 179
Scheduled Castes (SC) 105 52 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,702 1,432 1,270
Illiterate Population 725 292 433

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salem village:

  • The total population of Salem village is around 3,427, including approximately 1,724 males and 1,703 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 375 children aged 0–6 years in Salem village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salem village has 105 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Salem village is about 78.84%, with male literacy at 83.06% and female literacy at 74.57%.
  • There are around 761 households in Salem village.

Connectivity of Salem

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salem. As per the 2011 stats, Salem 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 Salem

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Salem

Where is Salem located?
Salem village is situated in Bicholim Taluka, within the North Goa district of Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salem?
Salem serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salem?
The pincode of Salem is 403503, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salem as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salem is 3,427, with 1,724 males and 1,703 females.
How many households are there in Salem as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salem village has a total of 761 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salem as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salem is 78.84%. The male literacy rate is 83.06%, while the female literacy rate is 74.57%.