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
As per Census 2011, Velguem village has a total population of 2,617 people, consisting of 1,359 males and 1,258 females. The village has 616 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,031 literate and 586 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velguem are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,617, including 1,359 males and 1,258 females.
How many households are there in Velguem?
There are 616 households in Velguem.
What is the literacy rate in Velguem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velguem is 77.61%. Male literacy is 82.63% and female literacy is 72.18%.