Zer - Fatepura, Dahod
Zer is a village situated in the Fatepura taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Fatepura and around 75 km from Dohad. Zer village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zer is 518993. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.38 hectares and falls under the 389172 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 24 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 Fatepura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zer
As per Census 2011, Zer village has a total population of 1,249 people, consisting of 603 males and 646 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 597 literate and 652 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,249 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,249 | 603 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 119 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,249 | 603 | 646 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 352 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 251 | 401 |
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
Public transport in the Zer is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santrampur to Zer is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Zer is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Zer
Where is Zer located?
Zer village is located in Fatepura Taluka, Dahod 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 389172.
What is the population of Zer?
Zer has a total population of 1,249, including 603 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Zer?
There are 185 households in Zer.
What is the literacy rate in Zer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zer is 47.80%. Male literacy is 58.37% and female literacy is 37.93%.