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
According to the 2011 Census, Zat village had a total population of 3,005 people, including 1,569 males and 1,436 females, living in 475 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.55%, with male literacy at 79.51% and female literacy at 44.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 589.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,005, including 1,569 males and 1,436 females.
How many households are there in Zat?
Zat had 475 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zat was 62.55%. Male literacy was 79.51% and female literacy was 44.24%.