Velguem
Velguem is a village located in Bicholim taluka of North Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bicholim (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Panaji. As per 2009 stats, Velguem village is also a gram panchayat.
Velguem 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 Velguem
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velguem is 626762. The village spans a total geographical area of 324.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403105. Bicholim is nearest town to Velguem village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Velguem 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 Sanquelim 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.
Google Map of Velguem
Population of Velguem
Below is a concise population overview of Velguem as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,617 | 1,359 | 1,258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 144 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 2,031 | 1,123 | 908 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 236 | 350 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velguem village:
- The total population of Velguem village is around 2,617, including approximately 1,359 males and 1,258 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 298 children aged 0–6 years in Velguem village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Velguem village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 53 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Velguem village is about 77.61%, with male literacy at 82.63% and female literacy at 72.18%.
- There are around 616 households in Velguem village.
Connectivity of Velguem
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velguem. As per the 2011 stats, Velguem 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 Velguem
Knowing the nearby villages of Velguem helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velguem.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velguem
- Where is Velguem located?
- Velguem village is situated in Bicholim Taluka, within the North Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velguem?
- Velguem serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Velguem?
- The pincode of Velguem is 403105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velguem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velguem is 2,617, with 1,359 males and 1,258 females.
- How many households are there in Velguem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velguem village has a total of 616 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velguem as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velguem is 77.61%. The male literacy rate is 82.63%, while the female literacy rate is 72.18%.