Volvoi - Ponda, South Goa
Volvoi is a village situated in the Ponda taluka of South Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 17 km from Ponda and around 28 km from Panaji. Volvoi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Volvoi is 626845. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.14 hectares and falls under the 403107 pincode.
Volvoi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Priol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Volvoi
According to the 2011 Census, Volvoi village had a total population of 1,842 people, including 1,024 males and 818 females, living in 385 households. The sex ratio was 799 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.18%, with male literacy at 93.01% and female literacy at 88.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 1,842 | 1,024 | 818 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 66 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,551 | 891 | 660 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 133 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Volvoi
Volvoi 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 Volvoi
Volvoi 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 Volvoi is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Volvoi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Volvoi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Volvoi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Volvoi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Volvoi
Where is Volvoi located?
Volvoi village is located in Ponda Taluka, South Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Volvoi?
Volvoi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Volvoi?
The pincode of Volvoi is 403107.
What is the population of Volvoi?
Volvoi had a total population of 1,842, including 1,024 males and 818 females.
How many households are there in Volvoi?
Volvoi had 385 households.
What is the literacy rate in Volvoi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Volvoi was 91.18%. Male literacy was 93.01% and female literacy was 88.83%.