Orlim
Orlim is a village located in Salcete taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 10km away from Margao, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Orlim village. As per 2009 stats, Orlim village is also a gram panchayat.
Orlim 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 Orlim
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Orlim is 626916. The village spans a total geographical area of 366 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403724. Salcete is nearest town to Orlim village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Orlim 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 Orlim
Population of Orlim
Below is a concise population overview of Orlim 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 | 2,049 | 1,011 | 1,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,567 | 815 | 752 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 196 | 286 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Orlim village:
- The total population of Orlim village is around 2,049, including approximately 1,011 males and 1,038 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 181 children aged 0–6 years in Orlim village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Orlim village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 28 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Orlim village is about 76.48%, with male literacy at 80.61% and female literacy at 72.45%.
- There are around 499 households in Orlim village.
Connectivity of Orlim
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Orlim. As per the 2011 stats, Orlim 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 Orlim
Knowing the nearby villages of Orlim helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Orlim.
Frequently Asked Questions about Orlim
- Where is Orlim located?
- Orlim village is situated in Salcete Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Orlim?
- Orlim serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Orlim?
- The pincode of Orlim is 403724, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Orlim as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Orlim is 2,049, with 1,011 males and 1,038 females.
- How many households are there in Orlim as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Orlim village has a total of 499 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Orlim as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Orlim is 76.48%. The male literacy rate is 80.61%, while the female literacy rate is 72.45%.