CHINCHINIM A PLACE TO SETTLE DOWN. Chinchinim Village encompasses boundaries of Sirlim, Dramapur, Sarzora in this assessment/discussions .It is ideally situated at the junction of Villages of Orlim, Assolna, Panzoreconne and is easily approachable
It is fast assuming the status of residential settlement. A number of residential complexes are fuelling the demand and inviting people from other villages to consider it as a good option, The land prices in not decent surroundings in the village are commanding a price between Rs8 K to 10 K. Builders buy old residences and convert them into complexes Religious facilities The facilities in this place make it convenient and comfortable. The proportion of different faiths like Catholics, Hindus, Muslims though varies, there is peaceful co existence without semblance of communal divide .There are 3 Churches at Chinchinim, Dramapur, Chinchinim, besides residential Chapels at Sirlim, Deussua, The St Anthonys Chapel at Deussua with its picturesque surroundings and development draws multitudes of crowds on Tuesdays. A permanent retreat centre is at Jackniband Dramapur. A mosque at Chinchinim and Hindu temple at Palmar grande cater to the needs of the flock Besides there are various Chapels that are active on Sundays for convenience of the faithful, Cemetry for Catholics at Chinchinim,Sarzora, Dramapur and Hindus too have a place at Chinchinim working towards crematorium, which is more eco friendly Educational facilities Two co educational and one girls school high schools meet the educational needs of the community, catering also to the surrounding Villages. One Higher secondary Institution provides for Arts, Commerce, Science and Vocational needs, There are number of Pre primary outlets. The Govt. Primary schools have closed down. A Govt. Balwadi has shifted to Govt. Primary schools and also distributes cereals etc to girl child, children etc as per the schemes There is music school, a number of music teachers provide training on regular basis, the church has now opened facilities too. Maritime academy at Bandfol , A professional centre for repairs engines, pumps etc Medical Facilities A hospital at Chinchinim meets emergency and minor medical requirements. There are 4 permanent Medical practitioners including one at Dramapur and a homeopath too. Three Dentists have made Chinchinim their practicing centre .There is a primary health centre with its own premises, also serving Velim ,Orlim Villages too,. Ophthalmologist visits health centre specialists on fixed days .A popular establishment for Physiotherapy exists in the village. An old age home is operated by Social welfare Department. Testing centre for blood , urine etc Banking amenities; BOI, Corporation ,Bank of Maharashtra,ICICI, IDBI, Indian Overseas Bank , besides co operative societies namely, VAC, Curchorem Co Operative Society,. VAC and Lokmanya Banking society has just made its appearance Village Panchayats are at Chinchinim, Sarzora, Dramapur,., CCC, P.C.Trust. Lions Club serve the society. A Govt, Library and a pvt. one wet the appetites of readers, Union of Chinchinim Villagers, CRCChas gym facility, Sirlim club promote soccer on a commendable scale, besides Sucaldem, Dandeavado with gym facility, Deussua, ,Sarzora,Dramapur, Baida are also in reckoning. Football grounds at Chinchinim, Dramapur, Sirlim. Co operative societies two at Chinchinim, Sarzora, Dramapur,. Two Govt. outlets for vegetable distribution at subsidies rates, A number of vegetable and fruits kiosks. Shops for beef, Chicken, pork ,sausages do brisk business Three popular bakery products besides Pastry, Monginis outlets are very productive. Number of tea shops all over, even providing meals, but liquor outlets are quite wide spread, One garage for car repairs, 3 car washing, one outlet for Suziki products and shops for spare parts, two wheeler, cycle repairs, floor tiles for residences are available Shops selling paint, 3 hardware, electric light goods, 2 motor training schools, a new shop for plastic good and furniture have made their appearance, Foreign exchange facilities, food packing, flower and rice mills, A kiosk for mobile phones, A telephone exchange. The Chinchinim market complex with its own acquired place is mired in controversy. ONLY CLOTH SHOP is a need, though material for school uniform is made available seasonally, One ready made garment shop, gift shops, Courie Service, cyber cafes , Xerox machines, whole sale Wine shops dot the place A TV repair shop meets the needs, Air conditioned barber shops, wooden boards, etc are available in the place. Mills for rice, flower, oil are there too Hence with unintentional omissions of facilities, provisions, Chinchinim is naturally becoming a choice for convenient settlement with its peaceful atmosphere, Now the demography of Chinchinim is also fast changing with flourishing building complexes increasingly taking shapes Settlement zones are now expanding on outskirts of village periphery and may soon earn the status of Municipality Nelson Lopes Chinchinim
