Zak - Dehgam, Gandhinagar
Zak is a village situated in the Dehgam taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dehgam and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Zank serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zak is 511376. The village covers a total geographical area of 455.77 hectares and falls under the 382330 pincode. Dehgam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Zak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Zak
As per Census 2011, Zak village has a total population of 1,909 people, consisting of 993 males and 916 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,503 literate and 406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,909 | 993 | 916 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 151 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 120 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,503 | 811 | 692 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 182 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Zak
Zak 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 Zak
Zak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Zak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dehgam to Zak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Zak is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Zak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zak 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 Zak
Where is Zak located?
Zak village is located in Dehgam Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zak?
The Gram Panchayat of Zak is Zank.
What is the pincode of Zak?
The pincode of Zak is 382330.
What is the population of Zak?
Zak has a total population of 1,909, including 993 males and 916 females.
How many households are there in Zak?
There are 362 households in Zak.
What is the literacy rate in Zak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zak is 78.73%. Male literacy is 81.67% and female literacy is 75.55%.