Zenal - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Zenal is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Zenal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zenal is 508294. The village covers a total geographical area of 845.17 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Zenal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zenal
According to the 2011 Census, Zenal village had a total population of 3,026 people, including 1,511 males and 1,515 females, living in 546 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.79%, with male literacy at 80.40% and female literacy at 53.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 3,026 | 1,511 | 1,515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 599 | 307 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 97 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,621 | 968 | 653 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,405 | 543 | 862 |
Nearby Villages of Zenal
Zenal 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 Zenal
Zenal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Zenal has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Zenal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Zenal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zenal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zenal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Zenal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zenal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Zenal
Where is Zenal located?
Zenal village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Zenal?
Zenal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zenal?
The pincode of Zenal is 385310.
What is the population of Zenal?
Zenal had a total population of 3,026, including 1,511 males and 1,515 females.
How many households are there in Zenal?
Zenal had 546 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zenal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zenal was 66.79%. Male literacy was 80.40% and female literacy was 53.39%.