Duncolim

Duncolim is a village located in Salcete taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 5km away from Margao, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Duncolim village. As per 2009 stats, Seraulim is the gram panchayat of Duncolim village.

Here you can discover what makes Duncolim unique in its vibrant Salcete-South Goa region. You’ll see Duncolim’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Duncolim

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Duncolim is 626900. The village spans a total geographical area of 116 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403708. Salcete is nearest town to Duncolim village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Duncolim 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 Benaulim 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 Duncolim

Population of Duncolim

According to the 2011 Census, Duncolim has a total population of about 748, with approximately 362 males and 386 females. The sex ratio is around 1066 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.96%, with male literacy at about 84.81% and female literacy near 83.16%. There are around 193 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Duncolim's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Duncolim

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Duncolim. As per the 2011 stats, Duncolim had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Duncolim

Knowing the nearby villages of Duncolim helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Duncolim.

Frequently Asked Questions about Duncolim