Zazam - Santalpur, Patan
Zazam is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Zazam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zazam is 508606. The village covers a total geographical area of 3049.18 hectares and falls under the 385360 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Zazam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zazam
According to the 2011 Census, Zazam village had a total population of 3,387 people, including 1,904 males and 1,483 females, living in 635 households. The sex ratio was 779 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.50%, with male literacy at 66.48% and female literacy at 46.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 298, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,387 | 1,904 | 1,483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 302 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 168 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,641 | 1,065 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,746 | 839 | 907 |
Nearby Villages of Zazam
Zazam 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 Zazam
Public transport in the Zazam 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 Radhanpur to Zazam is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Zazam is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zazam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zazam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Zazam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zazam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Zazam
Where is Zazam located?
Zazam village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Zazam?
Zazam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zazam?
The pincode of Zazam is 385360.
What is the population of Zazam?
Zazam had a total population of 3,387, including 1,904 males and 1,483 females.
How many households are there in Zazam?
Zazam had 635 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zazam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zazam was 57.50%. Male literacy was 66.48% and female literacy was 46.01%.