Velguem
About Velguem
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Velguem village is 626762. Velguem village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 324.24 hectares. Velguem has a total population of 2,617 peoples, out of which male population is 1,359 while female population is 1,258. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 925 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of velguem village is 77.61% out of which 82.63% males and 72.18% females are literate. There are about 616 houses in velguem village. Pincode of velguem village locality is 403105.
When it comes to administration, Velguem village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Velguem village comes under Sanquelim Vidhan Sabha constituency & North Goa Lok Sabha constituency. Bicholim is nearest town to velguem village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Velguem
The population details of Velguem cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,617 | 1,359 | 1,258 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 298 | 144 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 2,031 | 1,123 | 908 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 236 | 350 |
Connectivity of Velguem
| 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 |
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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%.