Torxem - Pernem, North Goa
Torxem is a village situated in the Pernem taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pernem and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Torxem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Torxem is 626646. The village covers a total geographical area of 995.71 hectares and falls under the 403512 pincode.
Torxem 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 Torxem
According to the 2011 Census, Torxem village had a total population of 2,405 people, including 1,233 males and 1,172 females, living in 553 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.39%, with male literacy at 92.25% and female literacy at 82.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189.
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 | 2,405 | 1,233 | 1,172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 111 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 91 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,940 | 1,035 | 905 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 198 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Torxem
Torxem 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 Torxem
Torxem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Torxem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Torxem is about 44 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 Torxem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Torxem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Torxem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Torxem 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 Torxem
Where is Torxem located?
Torxem village is located in Pernem Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Torxem?
Torxem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Torxem?
The pincode of Torxem is 403512.
What is the population of Torxem?
Torxem had a total population of 2,405, including 1,233 males and 1,172 females.
How many households are there in Torxem?
Torxem had 553 households.
What is the literacy rate in Torxem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Torxem was 87.39%. Male literacy was 92.25% and female literacy was 82.42%.