Zar - Dhari, Amreli
Zar is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Zar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zar is 515700. The village covers a total geographical area of 952.16 hectares and falls under the 365630 pincode. Chalala is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Zar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zar
According to the 2011 Census, Zar village had a total population of 1,791 people, including 907 males and 884 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.41%, with male literacy at 75.81% and female literacy at 60.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 556, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,791 | 907 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 134 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 556 | 289 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 586 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 747 | 321 | 426 |
Nearby Villages of Zar
Zar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Zar
Public transport in the Zar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalala to Zar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Zar is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Zar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Zar
Where is Zar located?
Zar village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zar?
Zar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zar?
The pincode of Zar is 365630.
What is the population of Zar?
Zar had a total population of 1,791, including 907 males and 884 females.
How many households are there in Zar?
Zar had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zar was 68.41%. Male literacy was 75.81% and female literacy was 60.82%.