Tuem - Pernem, North Goa
Tuem is a village situated in the Pernem taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pernem and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Tuem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tuem is 626655. The village covers a total geographical area of 1523.44 hectares and falls under the 403512 pincode.
Tuem 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 Tuem
According to the 2011 Census, Tuem village had a total population of 2,751 people, including 1,422 males and 1,329 females, living in 652 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.08%, with male literacy at 92.80% and female literacy at 83.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 2,751 | 1,422 | 1,329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 145 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 79 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,187 | 1,185 | 1,002 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 237 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Tuem
Tuem 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 Tuem
Tuem 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 Tuem.
| 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 Tuem 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 Tuem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tuem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tuem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tuem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tuem
Where is Tuem located?
Tuem village is located in Pernem Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tuem?
Tuem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tuem?
The pincode of Tuem is 403512.
What is the population of Tuem?
Tuem had a total population of 2,751, including 1,422 males and 1,329 females.
How many households are there in Tuem?
Tuem had 652 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tuem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tuem was 88.08%. Male literacy was 92.80% and female literacy was 83.08%.