Vantem - Satari, North Goa
Vantem is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Birondem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vantem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vantem is 626827. The village covers a total geographical area of 592.63 hectares and falls under the 403530 pincode.
Vantem 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 Vantem
According to the 2011 Census, Vantem village had a total population of 1,678 people, including 849 males and 829 females, living in 388 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.76%, with male literacy at 84.45% and female literacy at 71.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,127.
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 | 1,678 | 849 | 829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 103 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,127 | 564 | 563 |
| Literate Population | 1,154 | 630 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 219 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Vantem
Vantem 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 Vantem
Vantem 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 Vantem 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 Vantem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vantem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vantem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vantem 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vantem
Where is Vantem located?
Vantem village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vantem?
The Gram Panchayat of Vantem is Birondem.
What is the pincode of Vantem?
The pincode of Vantem is 403530.
What is the population of Vantem?
Vantem had a total population of 1,678, including 849 males and 829 females.
How many households are there in Vantem?
Vantem had 388 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vantem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vantem was 77.76%. Male literacy was 84.45% and female literacy was 71.00%.