Chopdem - Pernem, North Goa
Chopdem is a village situated in the Pernem taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pernem and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Agarwada Chopdem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chopdem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chopdem is 626656. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.86 hectares and falls under the 403512 pincode.
Chopdem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandrem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chopdem
According to the 2011 Census, Chopdem village had a total population of 974 people, including 478 males and 496 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.83%, with male literacy at 88.50% and female literacy at 77.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
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 | 974 | 478 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 52 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 81 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 714 | 377 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 101 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Chopdem
Chopdem 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 Chopdem
Public transport in the Chopdem 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 Chopdem is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chopdem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chopdem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chopdem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chopdem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chopdem
Where is Chopdem located?
Chopdem village is located in Pernem Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chopdem?
The Gram Panchayat of Chopdem is Agarwada Chopdem.
What is the pincode of Chopdem?
The pincode of Chopdem is 403512.
What is the population of Chopdem?
Chopdem had a total population of 974, including 478 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Chopdem?
Chopdem had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chopdem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopdem was 82.83%. Male literacy was 88.50% and female literacy was 77.29%.