Velguem
About Velguem
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Velguem village is 626822. Velguem village is located in Satari taluka of North Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Valpoi (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Panaji. As per 2009 stats, Cotodem is the gram panchayat of Velguem village.
The total geographical area of village is 652.35 hectares. Velguem has a total population of 1,310 peoples, out of which male population is 658 while female population is 652. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 990 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of velguem village is 72.90% out of which 79.18% males and 66.56% females are literate. There are about 278 houses in velguem village. Pincode of velguem village locality is 403506.
When it comes to administration, Velguem village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Velguem village comes under Valpoi Vidhan Sabha constituency & North Goa Lok Sabha constituency. Satari is nearest town to velguem village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Velguem
The population details of Velguem cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,310 | 658 | 652 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 130 | 80 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 955 | 521 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 137 | 218 |
Connectivity of Velguem
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Velguem
Where is Velguem located?
Velguem village is situated in Satari Taluka, within the North Goa district of Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velguem?
The Gram Panchayat of Velguem is Cotodem (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Velguem?
The pincode of Velguem is 403506, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Velguem as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velguem is 1,310, with 658 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Velguem as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Velguem village has a total of 278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velguem as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velguem is 72.90%. The male literacy rate is 79.18%, while the female literacy rate is 66.56%.