Govanem - Satari, North Goa
Govanem 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 66 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Cotodem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Govanem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govanem is 626837. The village covers a total geographical area of 431.26 hectares and falls under the 403506 pincode.
Govanem 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 Govanem
As per Census 2011, Govanem village has a total population of 161 people, consisting of 80 males and 81 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 40 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Govanem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 11 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Govanem
Govanem 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 Govanem
Govanem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Govanem is about 66 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 Govanem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govanem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Govanem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govanem 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Govanem
Where is Govanem located?
Govanem village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govanem?
The Gram Panchayat of Govanem is Cotodem.
What is the pincode of Govanem?
The pincode of Govanem is 403506.
What is the population of Govanem?
Govanem has a total population of 161, including 80 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Govanem?
There are 39 households in Govanem.
What is the literacy rate in Govanem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govanem is 75.16%. Male literacy is 86.25% and female literacy is 64.20%.