Zer - Nasvadi, Chhotaudepur
Zer is a village situated in the Nasvadi taluka of Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Nasvadi and around 100 km from Vadodara. Zer village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zer is 520614. The village covers a total geographical area of 465.38 hectares and falls under the 391152 pincode. Nasvadi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Zer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zer
As per Census 2011, Zer village has a total population of 1,631 people, consisting of 830 males and 801 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 819 literate and 812 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,450 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,631 | 830 | 801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 130 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,450 | 742 | 708 |
| Literate Population | 819 | 488 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 342 | 470 |
Nearby Villages of Zer
Zer 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 Zer
Zer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Nasvadi to Zer is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Zer is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Zer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zer 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 Zer
Where is Zer located?
Zer village is located in Nasvadi Taluka, Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zer?
Zer is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zer?
The pincode of Zer is 391152.
What is the population of Zer?
Zer has a total population of 1,631, including 830 males and 801 females.
How many households are there in Zer?
There are 308 households in Zer.
What is the literacy rate in Zer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zer is 50.21%. Male literacy is 58.80% and female literacy is 41.32%.