Village code 626762

Velguem Village, Bicholim Taluka: Map, PIN Code and Population

Velguem is a village in Bicholim Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district, North Goa district, Goa. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Velguem village map in Goa
Velguem village map image for Bicholim Taluka, Goa.

Village Overview

Velguem is a village in Bicholim Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district, North Goa district, Goa. For Velguem, the population is 2,617, PIN code is 403105 and Census village code is 626762. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Velguem village
Village code626762
PIN code403105
Population2,617
Households616
Area324.24 ha / 3.24 sq. km / 801 acres
Population density807 people per sq. km
Sex ratio926 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townSanquelim (10 km)
Current stateGoa
Census 2011 stateGoa
Current districtNorth Goa
Census 2011 districtNorth Goa

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 403105. This helps users verify the postal area for Velguem, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Velguem village
PIN code403105
Post offices linked with this PINVelguem B.O and Pale S.O
Best matching post officeVelguem B.O (Branch office)
Delivery office records2
Postal districtNorth Goa
Postal stateGoa
Postal divisionGoa Division
Postal circleMaharashtra Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Velguem comes under Velguem gram panchayat and Bicholim C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Bicholim Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluka headquarters is Bicholim at 16 km. The Census district headquarters, Panaji, is 46 km away.

Administrative details for Velguem
Current stateGoa
Census 2011 stateGoa
Current districtNorth Goa
Census 2011 districtNorth Goa
State code30
District code585
Taluka / Census sub-district code5612
C.D. Block code4
Block panchayat code4

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Velguem village and its household count.

Total population

2,617 residents in 616 households

Male population

1,359

Female population

1,258

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 39; Scheduled Tribes: 53

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Available; count: 1

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Velguem
Primary health sub-centre1

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Velguem
Public bus serviceAvailable
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayAvailable
Major district roadAvailable
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadNot available in village
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankAvailable
Cooperative bankAvailable
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketAvailable
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryAvailable
Public reading roomAvailable

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Velguem
Treated tap waterAvailable
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpNot available in village
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power24 hours per day
Winter domestic power24 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Velguem
Net area sown38 hectares
Irrigated area7 hectares
Unirrigated area31 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area4 hectares
Tanks / lakes irrigated area3 hectares
Forest area110.52 hectares
Non-agricultural area12 hectares
Current fallow land10 hectares
Other fallow land16 hectares
Main cropCoconuts

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Velguem
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Sanquelim, more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.

How to Reach Velguem

Sanquelim (10 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Bicholim is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Velguem
Nearest major townSanquelim (10 km)
Taluka headquartersBicholim (16 km)
Public bus serviceAvailable
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluka, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Velguem. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Velguem
Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Private Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Private Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Private Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Private Senior Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Primary Health Sub Centre1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors in Position1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength3
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position3
Family Welfare Centre1
Family Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength1
Family Welfare Centre Doctors in Position1
Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength1
Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with MBBS Degree3
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree1
Tap Water-TreatedAvailable
Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Covered WellAvailable
Covered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Covered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
SpringAvailable
Spring Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Spring Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Pucca Drainage UncoveredAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Sub Post OfficeAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, taluka, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Velguem village located?

Velguem is located in Bicholim Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: North Goa.

Which Taluka is Velguem in?

Velguem is in Bicholim Taluka. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Velguem in?

District: North Goa.

What is the village code of Velguem?

The Census village code of Velguem is 626762.

What is the PIN code of Velguem?

The PIN code reported for Velguem is 403105.

What is the population of Velguem?

Velguem has 2,617 residents in 616 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Velguem?

The nearest statutory town to Velguem is Sanquelim (10 km).

Which crops are grown in Velguem?

The main crops reported for Velguem are Coconuts.

What land-use details are available for Velguem?

Land-use details for Velguem include net area sown: 38 hectares, irrigated area: 7 hectares, and unirrigated area: 31 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Velguem?

Government primary school status for Velguem is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Velguem?

Public bus service is available in the village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Velguem?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Velguem?

The total geographical area of Velguem is 324.24 hectares.

How many households are in Velguem?

Velguem has 616 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Velguem?

Treated tap water is available in the village.

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