Zat - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Zat is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Zat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zat is 507701. The village covers a total geographical area of 1420.15 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Zat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zat
As per Census 2011, Zat village has a total population of 3,005 people, consisting of 1,569 males and 1,436 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 514 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,558 literate and 1,447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 589 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,005 | 1,569 | 1,436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 514 | 276 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 113 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 589 | 299 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 1,558 | 1,028 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,447 | 541 | 906 |
Nearby Villages of Zat
Zat 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 Zat
Public transport in the Zat is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Zat is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Zat is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Zat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Zat
Where is Zat located?
Zat village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zat?
Zat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zat?
The pincode of Zat is 385545.
What is the population of Zat?
Zat has a total population of 3,005, including 1,569 males and 1,436 females.
How many households are there in Zat?
There are 475 households in Zat.
What is the literacy rate in Zat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zat is 51.85%. Male literacy is 65.52% and female literacy is 36.91%.