Choraundem - Satari, North Goa
Choraundem is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Dongurli-thane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choraundem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choraundem is 626773. The village covers a total geographical area of 592.65 hectares and falls under the 403506 pincode.
Choraundem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Poriem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choraundem
According to the 2011 Census, Choraundem village had a total population of 708 people, including 361 males and 347 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.42%, with male literacy at 92.07% and female literacy at 76.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 708 | 361 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 302 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 59 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Choraundem
Choraundem 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 Choraundem
Public transport in the Choraundem 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 Choraundem is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choraundem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choraundem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Choraundem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choraundem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Choraundem
Where is Choraundem located?
Choraundem village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choraundem?
The Gram Panchayat of Choraundem is Dongurli-thane.
What is the pincode of Choraundem?
The pincode of Choraundem is 403506.
What is the population of Choraundem?
Choraundem had a total population of 708, including 361 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Choraundem?
Choraundem had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choraundem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choraundem was 84.42%. Male literacy was 92.07% and female literacy was 76.43%.