Gonteli - Satari, North Goa
Gonteli is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Querim serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gonteli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonteli is 626768. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.85 hectares and falls under the 403505 pincode.
Gonteli 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 Gonteli
According to the 2011 Census, Gonteli village had a total population of 1,634 people, including 804 males and 830 females, living in 332 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.80%, with male literacy at 92.07% and female literacy at 81.60%.
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 | 1,634 | 804 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 73 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,276 | 673 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 131 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Gonteli
Gonteli 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 Gonteli
Gonteli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Gonteli is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gonteli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gonteli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gonteli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gonteli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gonteli
Where is Gonteli located?
Gonteli village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonteli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonteli is Querim.
What is the pincode of Gonteli?
The pincode of Gonteli is 403505.
What is the population of Gonteli?
Gonteli had a total population of 1,634, including 804 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Gonteli?
Gonteli had 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gonteli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonteli was 86.80%. Male literacy was 92.07% and female literacy was 81.60%.