Ustem - Satari, North Goa
Ustem is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Nagargao serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ustem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ustem is 626800. The village covers a total geographical area of 456.08 hectares and falls under the 403506 pincode.
Ustem 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 Ustem
According to the 2011 Census, Ustem village had a total population of 346 people, including 177 males and 169 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.46%, with male literacy at 87.65% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 346 | 177 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 142 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 35 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Ustem
Ustem 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 Ustem
Public transport in the Ustem 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 Ustem 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 Ustem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ustem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ustem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ustem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ustem
Where is Ustem located?
Ustem village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ustem?
The Gram Panchayat of Ustem is Nagargao.
What is the pincode of Ustem?
The pincode of Ustem is 403506.
What is the population of Ustem?
Ustem had a total population of 346, including 177 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Ustem?
Ustem had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ustem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ustem was 77.46%. Male literacy was 87.65% and female literacy was 66.67%.