Porteem
Porteem is a village located in Sanguem taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Sanguem (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Margao. As per 2009 stats, Curdi is the gram panchayat of Porteem village.
Porteem 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 Porteem
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porteem is 627011. The village spans a total geographical area of 1335 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403704. Sanguem is nearest town to Porteem village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Porteem 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 Sanguem 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 Porteem
Population of Porteem
Below is a concise population overview of Porteem 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 | 2,320 | 1,078 | 1,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 123 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,087 | 507 | 580 |
| Literate Population | 1,578 | 795 | 783 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 283 | 459 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Porteem village:
- The total population of Porteem village is around 2,320, including approximately 1,078 males and 1,242 females, with a sex ratio of 1152 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 249 children aged 0–6 years in Porteem village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Porteem village has 42 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,087 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Porteem village is about 68.02%, with male literacy at 73.75% and female literacy at 63.04%.
- There are around 561 households in Porteem village.
Connectivity of Porteem
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Porteem. As per the 2011 stats, Porteem 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Porteem
Knowing the nearby villages of Porteem helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Porteem.
Frequently Asked Questions about Porteem
- Where is Porteem located?
- Porteem village is situated in Sanguem Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Porteem?
- The Gram Panchayat of Porteem is Curdi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Porteem?
- The pincode of Porteem is 403704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Porteem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porteem is 2,320, with 1,078 males and 1,242 females.
- How many households are there in Porteem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Porteem village has a total of 561 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Porteem as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porteem is 68.02%. The male literacy rate is 73.75%, while the female literacy rate is 63.04%.