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
As per Census 2011, Zekada village has a total population of 2,152 people, consisting of 1,111 males and 1,041 females. The village has 431 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,239 literate and 913 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 144 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zekada are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,152, including 1,111 males and 1,041 females.
How many households are there in Zekada?
There are 431 households in Zekada.
What is the literacy rate in Zekada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zekada is 57.57%. Male literacy is 68.95% and female literacy is 45.44%.