Zab (West) - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Zab (West) is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from Santrampur and around 65 km from Godhra. Vavia Muvada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zab (West) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zab (West) is 518063. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.92 hectares and falls under the 389260 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Zab (West) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zab (West)
According to the 2011 Census, Zab (West) village had a total population of 1,367 people, including 690 males and 677 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.34%, with male literacy at 79.12% and female literacy at 61.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,334.
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 | 1,367 | 690 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 120 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,334 | 671 | 663 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 451 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 239 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Zab (West)
Zab (West) 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 Zab (West)
Public transport in the Zab (West) is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Santrampur to Zab (West) is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Zab (West) 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 Zab (West)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zab (West) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Zab (West)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zab (West) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Zab (West)
Where is Zab (West) located?
Zab (West) village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Zab (West)?
The Gram Panchayat of Zab (West) is Vavia Muvada.
What is the pincode of Zab (West)?
The pincode of Zab (West) is 389260.
What is the population of Zab (West)?
Zab (West) had a total population of 1,367, including 690 males and 677 females.
How many households are there in Zab (West)?
Zab (West) had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zab (West)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zab (West) was 70.34%. Male literacy was 79.12% and female literacy was 61.33%.