Zalmor - Kankrej, Banas Kantha
Zalmor is a village situated in the Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shihori and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Kakrala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zalmor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zalmor is 508510. The village covers a total geographical area of 876.13 hectares and falls under the 385550 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Zalmor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Zalmor
As per Census 2011, Zalmor village has a total population of 2,625 people, consisting of 1,337 males and 1,288 females. The village has 444 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,448 literate and 1,177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 357 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zalmor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,625 | 1,337 | 1,288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 184 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 175 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,448 | 921 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,177 | 416 | 761 |
Nearby Villages of Zalmor
Zalmor 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 Zalmor
Public transport in the Zalmor is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Zalmor.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patan to Zalmor is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Zalmor is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zalmor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zalmor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Zalmor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zalmor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Zalmor
Where is Zalmor located?
Zalmor village is located in Kankrej Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zalmor?
The Gram Panchayat of Zalmor is Kakrala.
What is the pincode of Zalmor?
The pincode of Zalmor is 385550.
What is the population of Zalmor?
Zalmor has a total population of 2,625, including 1,337 males and 1,288 females.
How many households are there in Zalmor?
There are 444 households in Zalmor.
What is the literacy rate in Zalmor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zalmor is 55.16%. Male literacy is 68.89% and female literacy is 40.92%.