Ponocem - Satari, North Goa
Ponocem is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Pissurlem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ponocem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ponocem is 626826. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.38 hectares and falls under the 403530 pincode.
Ponocem 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 Ponocem
According to the 2011 Census, Ponocem village had a total population of 496 people, including 234 males and 262 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.70%, with male literacy at 91.00% and female literacy at 79.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 406.
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 | 496 | 234 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 406 | 197 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 192 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 42 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Ponocem
Ponocem 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 Ponocem
Ponocem 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 | 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 Ponocem is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ponocem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponocem 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 Ponocem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponocem 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 Ponocem
Where is Ponocem located?
Ponocem village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponocem?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponocem is Pissurlem.
What is the pincode of Ponocem?
The pincode of Ponocem is 403530.
What is the population of Ponocem?
Ponocem had a total population of 496, including 234 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Ponocem?
Ponocem had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponocem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponocem was 84.70%. Male literacy was 91.00% and female literacy was 79.17%.