Varconda - Pernem, North Goa
Varconda 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 36 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Varkhand Nagzar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Varconda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varconda is 626642. The village covers a total geographical area of 1126.9 hectares and falls under the 403512 pincode.
Varconda 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 Varconda
As per Census 2011, Varconda village has a total population of 2,208 people, consisting of 1,120 males and 1,088 females. The village has 507 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,707 literate and 501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varconda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,208 | 1,120 | 1,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 96 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,707 | 934 | 773 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 186 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Varconda
Varconda 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 Varconda
Varconda 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 Varconda.
| 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 Varconda is about 36 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 Varconda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varconda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Varconda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varconda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Varconda
Where is Varconda located?
Varconda village is located in Pernem Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varconda?
The Gram Panchayat of Varconda is Varkhand Nagzar.
What is the pincode of Varconda?
The pincode of Varconda is 403512.
What is the population of Varconda?
Varconda has a total population of 2,208, including 1,120 males and 1,088 females.
How many households are there in Varconda?
There are 507 households in Varconda.
What is the literacy rate in Varconda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varconda is 77.31%. Male literacy is 83.39% and female literacy is 71.05%.