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.

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

According to the 2011 Census, Molem has a total population of about 1,715, with approximately 883 males and 832 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 219 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 45. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.14%, with male literacy at about 76.10% and female literacy near 65.87%. There are around 383 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Molem's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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.

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