Molem
Molem is a village located in Sanguem taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Sanguem (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Margao. As per 2009 stats, Mollem is the gram panchayat of Molem village.
Molem 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 Molem
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Molem is 626975. The village spans a total geographical area of 3665 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403410. Sanguem is nearest town to Molem village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Molem 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 Sanvordem 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 Molem
Population of Molem
Below is a concise population overview of Molem 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 | 1,715 | 883 | 832 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 109 | 110 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
Literate Population | 1,220 | 672 | 548 |
Illiterate Population | 495 | 211 | 284 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Molem village:
- The total population of Molem village is around 1,715, including approximately 883 males and 832 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 219 children aged 0–6 years in Molem village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Molem village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 45 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Molem village is about 71.14%, with male literacy at 76.10% and female literacy at 65.87%.
- There are around 383 households in Molem village.
Connectivity of Molem
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Molem. As per the 2011 stats, Molem had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Molem
Knowing the nearby villages of Molem helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Molem.
Frequently Asked Questions about Molem
- Where is Molem located?
- Molem village is situated in Sanguem Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Molem?
- The Gram Panchayat of Molem is Mollem (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Molem?
- The pincode of Molem is 403410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Molem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Molem is 1,715, with 883 males and 832 females.
- How many households are there in Molem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Molem village has a total of 383 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Molem as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Molem is 71.14%. The male literacy rate is 76.10%, while the female literacy rate is 65.87%.