Cotorem - Satari, North Goa
Cotorem is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Cotodem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cotorem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cotorem is 626832. The village covers a total geographical area of 533.36 hectares and falls under the 403506 pincode.
Cotorem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valpoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cotorem
According to the 2011 Census, Cotorem village had a total population of 624 people, including 333 males and 291 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.78%, with male literacy at 96.05% and female literacy at 78.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 624 | 333 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 292 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 41 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Cotorem
Cotorem 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 Cotorem
Cotorem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Cotorem is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cotorem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cotorem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Cotorem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cotorem 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Cotorem
Where is Cotorem located?
Cotorem village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cotorem?
The Gram Panchayat of Cotorem is Cotodem.
What is the pincode of Cotorem?
The pincode of Cotorem is 403506.
What is the population of Cotorem?
Cotorem had a total population of 624, including 333 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Cotorem?
Cotorem had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cotorem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cotorem was 87.78%. Male literacy was 96.05% and female literacy was 78.44%.