Poinguinim
About Poinguinim
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Poinguinim village is 627026. Poinguinim village is located in Canacona taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Canacona (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Margao. As per 2009 stats, Poinguinim village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 3546.4 hectares. Poinguinim has a total population of 6,625 peoples, out of which male population is 3,226 while female population is 3,399. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1053 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of poinguinim village is 79.98% out of which 84.13% males and 76.05% females are literate. There are about 1,574 houses in poinguinim village. Pincode of poinguinim village locality is 403728.
When it comes to administration, Poinguinim 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, Poinguinim village comes under Canacona Vidhan Sabha constituency & South Goa Lok Sabha constituency. Canacona is nearest town to poinguinim village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Poinguinim
The population details of Poinguinim 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 | 6,625 | 3,226 | 3,399 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 639 | 317 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,197 | 641 | 556 |
| Literate Population | 5,299 | 2,714 | 2,585 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,326 | 512 | 814 |
Connectivity of Poinguinim
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Poinguinim
Where is Poinguinim located?
Poinguinim village is situated in Canacona Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poinguinim?
Poinguinim serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Poinguinim?
The pincode of Poinguinim is 403728, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poinguinim as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poinguinim is 6,625, with 3,226 males and 3,399 females.
How many households are there in Poinguinim as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poinguinim village has a total of 1,574 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poinguinim as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poinguinim is 79.98%. The male literacy rate is 84.13%, while the female literacy rate is 76.05%.