Davem - Satari, North Goa
Davem is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Nagargao serves as the Gram Panchayat for Davem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davem is 626801. The village covers a total geographical area of 611.62 hectares and falls under the 403506 pincode.
Davem 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 Davem
As per Census 2011, Davem village has a total population of 862 people, consisting of 419 males and 443 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 662 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Davem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 862 | 419 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 45 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 344 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 75 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Davem
Davem 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 Davem
Davem 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 Davem is about 60 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 Davem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Davem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Davem
Where is Davem located?
Davem village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Davem?
The Gram Panchayat of Davem is Nagargao.
What is the pincode of Davem?
The pincode of Davem is 403506.
What is the population of Davem?
Davem has a total population of 862, including 419 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Davem?
There are 184 households in Davem.
What is the literacy rate in Davem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davem is 76.80%. Male literacy is 82.10% and female literacy is 71.78%.