Uguem - Pernem, North Goa
Uguem is a village situated in the Pernem taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pernem and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Tamboxem, Mopa, Uguem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uguem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uguem is 626644. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.26 hectares and falls under the 403512 pincode.
Uguem 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 Uguem
As per Census 2011, Uguem village has a total population of 1,133 people, consisting of 585 males and 548 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 924 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uguem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,133 | 585 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 924 | 509 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 76 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Uguem
Uguem 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 Uguem
Uguem 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 Uguem.
| 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 Uguem is about 37 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 Uguem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uguem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Uguem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uguem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uguem
Where is Uguem located?
Uguem village is located in Pernem Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uguem?
The Gram Panchayat of Uguem is Tamboxem, Mopa, Uguem.
What is the pincode of Uguem?
The pincode of Uguem is 403512.
What is the population of Uguem?
Uguem has a total population of 1,133, including 585 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Uguem?
There are 234 households in Uguem.
What is the literacy rate in Uguem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uguem is 81.55%. Male literacy is 87.01% and female literacy is 75.73%.