Querim - Pernem, North Goa
Querim is a village situated in the Pernem taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pernem and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Keri Terecol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Querim village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Querim is 626636. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.21 hectares and falls under the 403524 pincode.
Querim 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 Querim
As per Census 2011, Querim village has a total population of 3,038 people, consisting of 1,591 males and 1,447 females. The village has 693 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,446 literate and 592 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Querim are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,038 | 1,591 | 1,447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 119 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 2,446 | 1,342 | 1,104 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 249 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Querim
Querim 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 Querim
Querim 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 Querim is about 47 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 Querim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Querim village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Querim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Querim 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 Querim
Where is Querim located?
Querim village is located in Pernem Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Querim?
The Gram Panchayat of Querim is Keri Terecol.
What is the pincode of Querim?
The pincode of Querim is 403524.
What is the population of Querim?
Querim has a total population of 3,038, including 1,591 males and 1,447 females.
How many households are there in Querim?
There are 693 households in Querim.
What is the literacy rate in Querim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Querim is 80.51%. Male literacy is 84.35% and female literacy is 76.30%.