Poriem - Satari, North Goa
Poriem is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Poriem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poriem is 626766. The village covers a total geographical area of 1160.19 hectares and falls under the 403505 pincode.
Poriem 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 Poriem
According to the 2011 Census, Poriem village had a total population of 4,190 people, including 2,172 males and 2,018 females, living in 903 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.81%, with male literacy at 89.96% and female literacy at 77.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 4,190 | 2,172 | 2,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 180 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,230 | 1,792 | 1,438 |
| Illiterate Population | 960 | 380 | 580 |
Nearby Villages of Poriem
Poriem 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 Poriem
Poriem 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 Poriem is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poriem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poriem 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 Poriem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poriem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Poriem
Where is Poriem located?
Poriem village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poriem?
Poriem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Poriem?
The pincode of Poriem is 403505.
What is the population of Poriem?
Poriem had a total population of 4,190, including 2,172 males and 2,018 females.
How many households are there in Poriem?
Poriem had 903 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poriem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poriem was 83.81%. Male literacy was 89.96% and female literacy was 77.23%.