Vanelim

Vanelim is a village located in Salcete taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 6km away from Margao, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Vanelim village. As per 2009 stats, Colva is the gram panchayat of Vanelim village.

Here you can discover what makes Vanelim unique in its vibrant Salcete-South Goa region. You’ll see Vanelim’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 Vanelim

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vanelim is 626898. The village spans a total geographical area of 99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403708. Salcete is nearest town to Vanelim village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Vanelim 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.

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Population of Vanelim

According to the 2011 Census, Vanelim has a total population of about 1,860, with approximately 858 males and 1,002 females. The sex ratio is around 1167 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 189 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.80%, with male literacy at about 86.01% and female literacy near 80.04%. There are around 429 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vanelim's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,860 858 1,002
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 189 81 108
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 1 4
Literate Population 1,540 738 802
Illiterate Population 320 120 200

Connectivity of Vanelim

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Vanelim

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Vanelim

Where is Vanelim located?
Vanelim village is situated in Salcete Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vanelim?
The Gram Panchayat of Vanelim is Colva (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Vanelim?
The pincode of Vanelim is 403708, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vanelim as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vanelim is 1,860, with 858 males and 1,002 females.
How many households are there in Vanelim as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vanelim village has a total of 429 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vanelim as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vanelim is 82.80%. The male literacy rate is 86.01%, while the female literacy rate is 80.04%.