Poroscodem - Pernem, North Goa
Poroscodem is a village situated in the Pernem taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pernem and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Casnem, Amberem,poroscodem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poroscodem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poroscodem is 626640. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.71 hectares and falls under the 403512 pincode.
Poroscodem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pernem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poroscodem
According to the 2011 Census, Poroscodem village had a total population of 675 people, including 360 males and 315 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.49%, with male literacy at 93.77% and female literacy at 82.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152.
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 | 675 | 360 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 39 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 76 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 301 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 59 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Poroscodem
Poroscodem 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 Poroscodem
Poroscodem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Poroscodem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Poroscodem 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 Poroscodem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poroscodem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Poroscodem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poroscodem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Poroscodem
Where is Poroscodem located?
Poroscodem village is located in Pernem Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poroscodem?
The Gram Panchayat of Poroscodem is Casnem, Amberem,poroscodem.
What is the pincode of Poroscodem?
The pincode of Poroscodem is 403512.
What is the population of Poroscodem?
Poroscodem had a total population of 675, including 360 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Poroscodem?
Poroscodem had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poroscodem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poroscodem was 88.49%. Male literacy was 93.77% and female literacy was 82.77%.