Zarna - Netrang, Bharuch
Zarna is a village situated in the Netrang taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from Jhagadia and around 65 km from Bharuch. Timla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zarna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zarna is 522330. The village covers a total geographical area of 421.74 hectares and falls under the 393130 pincode. Rajpipla is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Zarna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Zarna
According to the 2011 Census, Zarna village had a total population of 759 people, including 387 males and 372 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.28%, with male literacy at 94.34% and female literacy at 92.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 757.
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 | 759 | 387 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 757 | 386 | 371 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 300 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 87 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Zarna
Zarna 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 Zarna
Zarna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpipla to Zarna is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Zarna is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zarna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zarna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Zarna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zarna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Zarna
Where is Zarna located?
Zarna village is located in Netrang Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zarna?
The Gram Panchayat of Zarna is Timla.
What is the pincode of Zarna?
The pincode of Zarna is 393130.
What is the population of Zarna?
Zarna had a total population of 759, including 387 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Zarna?
Zarna had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zarna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zarna was 93.28%. Male literacy was 94.34% and female literacy was 92.18%.