Velguem - Satari, North Goa
Velguem is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Cotodem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velguem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velguem is 626822. The village covers a total geographical area of 652.35 hectares and falls under the 403506 pincode.
Velguem 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 Velguem
As per Census 2011, Velguem village has a total population of 1,310 people, consisting of 658 males and 652 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 955 literate and 355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velguem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,310 | 658 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 80 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 955 | 521 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 137 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Velguem
Velguem 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 Velguem
Velguem 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 Velguem is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velguem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velguem 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velguem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velguem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velguem
Where is Velguem located?
Velguem village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velguem?
The Gram Panchayat of Velguem is Cotodem.
What is the pincode of Velguem?
The pincode of Velguem is 403506.
What is the population of Velguem?
Velguem has a total population of 1,310, including 658 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Velguem?
There are 278 households in Velguem.
What is the literacy rate in Velguem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velguem is 72.90%. Male literacy is 79.18% and female literacy is 66.56%.