Zanzmer - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Zanzmer is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Zanzmer village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zanzmer is 516667. The village covers a total geographical area of 1059.4 hectares and falls under the 364135 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Zanzmer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zanzmer
As per Census 2011, Zanzmer village has a total population of 4,779 people, consisting of 2,426 males and 2,353 females. The village has 847 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 782 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,468 literate and 2,311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zanzmer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,779 | 2,426 | 2,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 782 | 405 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 2,468 | 1,537 | 931 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,311 | 889 | 1,422 |
Nearby Villages of Zanzmer
Zanzmer 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 Zanzmer
Zanzmer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Zanzmer is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Zanzmer is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zanzmer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zanzmer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Zanzmer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zanzmer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Zanzmer
Where is Zanzmer located?
Zanzmer village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zanzmer?
Zanzmer is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zanzmer?
The pincode of Zanzmer is 364135.
What is the population of Zanzmer?
Zanzmer has a total population of 4,779, including 2,426 males and 2,353 females.
How many households are there in Zanzmer?
There are 847 households in Zanzmer.
What is the literacy rate in Zanzmer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zanzmer is 51.64%. Male literacy is 63.36% and female literacy is 39.57%.