Zer - Garudeshwar, Narmada
Zer is a village situated in the Garudeshwar taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 47 km from Rajpipla and around 47 km from Rajpipla. Zer village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zer is 521466. The village covers a total geographical area of 1173.27 hectares and falls under the 393151 pincode. Kevadiya is the nearest town, located about 21 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 Nandod 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 2,267 people, consisting of 1,202 males and 1,065 females. The village has 428 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,545 literate and 722 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,260 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,267 | 1,202 | 1,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 162 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,260 | 1,199 | 1,061 |
| Literate Population | 1,545 | 921 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 722 | 281 | 441 |
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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kevadiya to Zer is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Zer is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 >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 >10 km |
FAQs about Zer
Where is Zer located?
Zer village is located in Garudeshwar Taluka, Narmada 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 393151.
What is the population of Zer?
Zer has a total population of 2,267, including 1,202 males and 1,065 females.
How many households are there in Zer?
There are 428 households in Zer.
What is the literacy rate in Zer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zer is 68.15%. Male literacy is 76.62% and female literacy is 58.59%.