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
As per Census 2011, Cotorem village has a total population of 624 people, consisting of 333 males and 291 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 503 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cotorem are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 624, including 333 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Cotorem?
There are 139 households in Cotorem.
What is the literacy rate in Cotorem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cotorem is 80.61%. Male literacy is 87.69% and female literacy is 72.51%.