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
According to the 2011 Census, Govanem village had a total population of 161 people, including 80 males and 81 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.08%, with male literacy at 90.79% and female literacy at 67.53%.
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 | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 161, including 80 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Govanem?
Govanem had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Govanem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govanem was 79.08%. Male literacy was 90.79% and female literacy was 67.53%.