Zekada - Santalpur, Patan
Zekada is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Zekada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zekada is 508636. The village covers a total geographical area of 1637.11 hectares and falls under the 385360 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Zekada 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 Zekada
According to the 2011 Census, Zekada village had a total population of 2,152 people, including 1,111 males and 1,041 females, living in 431 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.80%, with male literacy at 78.16% and female literacy at 50.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 339, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 2,152 | 1,111 | 1,041 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 131 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 180 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 1,239 | 766 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 913 | 345 | 568 |
Nearby Villages of Zekada
Zekada 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 Zekada
Public transport in the Zekada 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 Radhanpur to Zekada is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Zekada is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zekada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zekada 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 Zekada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zekada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Zekada
Where is Zekada located?
Zekada village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zekada?
Zekada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zekada?
The pincode of Zekada is 385360.
What is the population of Zekada?
Zekada had a total population of 2,152, including 1,111 males and 1,041 females.
How many households are there in Zekada?
Zekada had 431 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zekada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zekada was 64.80%. Male literacy was 78.16% and female literacy was 50.75%.