Cuelim - Mormugao, South Goa
Cuelim is a village situated in the Mormugao taluka of South Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mormugao and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Margao. Cansaulim-arossim-cuelim serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cuelim village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cuelim is 626877. The village covers a total geographical area of 465.83 hectares and falls under the 403712 pincode.
Cuelim village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cortalim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cuelim
As per Census 2011, Cuelim village has a total population of 1,777 people, consisting of 839 males and 938 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 1,117 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,307 literate and 470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 841 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cuelim are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,777 | 839 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 85 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 841 | 396 | 445 |
| Literate Population | 1,307 | 667 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 172 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Cuelim
Cuelim 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 Cuelim
Cuelim is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Cuelim.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Margao to Cuelim is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cuelim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cuelim village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Cuelim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cuelim village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Cuelim
Where is Cuelim located?
Cuelim village is located in Mormugao Taluka, South Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cuelim?
The Gram Panchayat of Cuelim is Cansaulim-arossim-cuelim.
What is the pincode of Cuelim?
The pincode of Cuelim is 403712.
What is the population of Cuelim?
Cuelim has a total population of 1,777, including 839 males and 938 females.
How many households are there in Cuelim?
There are 430 households in Cuelim.
What is the literacy rate in Cuelim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cuelim is 73.55%. Male literacy is 79.50% and female literacy is 68.23%.