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
As per Census 2011, Chopdem village has a total population of 974 people, consisting of 478 males and 496 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 714 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chopdem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 974 | 478 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 52 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 81 | 87 |
| 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 has a total population of 974, including 478 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Chopdem?
There are 196 households in Chopdem.
What is the literacy rate in Chopdem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopdem is 73.31%. Male literacy is 78.87% and female literacy is 67.94%.