Quedem
Quedem is a village located in Quepem taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Quepem (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Margao. As per 2009 stats, Barcem is the gram panchayat of Quedem village.
Quedem has its own place in the vibrant South Goa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Quedem
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Quedem is 626960. The village spans a total geographical area of 786 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403703. Quepem is nearest town to Quedem village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Quedem village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Quepem Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the South Goa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Quedem
Population of Quedem
Below is a concise population overview of Quedem as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 414 | 212 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 162 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 158 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 54 | 71 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Quedem village:
- The total population of Quedem village is around 414, including approximately 212 males and 202 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Quedem village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Quedem village has 32 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 323 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Quedem village is about 69.81%, with male literacy at 74.53% and female literacy at 64.85%.
- There are around 86 households in Quedem village.
Connectivity of Quedem
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Quedem. As per the 2011 stats, Quedem had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Quedem
Knowing the nearby villages of Quedem helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Quedem.
Frequently Asked Questions about Quedem
- Where is Quedem located?
- Quedem village is situated in Quepem Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Quedem?
- The Gram Panchayat of Quedem is Barcem (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Quedem?
- The pincode of Quedem is 403703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Quedem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Quedem is 414, with 212 males and 202 females.
- How many households are there in Quedem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Quedem village has a total of 86 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Quedem as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Quedem is 69.81%. The male literacy rate is 74.53%, while the female literacy rate is 64.85%.