Velguem - Bicholim, North Goa
Velguem is a village situated in the Bicholim taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bicholim and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Velguem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velguem is 626762. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.24 hectares and falls under the 403105 pincode.
Velguem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanquelim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velguem
According to the 2011 Census, Velguem village had a total population of 2,617 people, including 1,359 males and 1,258 females, living in 616 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.58%, with male literacy at 92.43% and female literacy at 82.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Velguem
Velguem 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 Velguem
Velguem 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 Velguem is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velguem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velguem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velguem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velguem 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 Velguem
Where is Velguem located?
Velguem village is located in Bicholim Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velguem?
Velguem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velguem?
The pincode of Velguem is 403105.
What is the population of Velguem?
Velguem had a total population of 2,617, including 1,359 males and 1,258 females.
How many households are there in Velguem?
Velguem had 616 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velguem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velguem was 87.58%. Male literacy was 92.43% and female literacy was 82.25%.