Zer - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Zer is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Bhankhra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zer is 509939. The village covers a total geographical area of 1097.6 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Zer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Zer
According to the 2011 Census, Zer village had a total population of 742 people, including 367 males and 375 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.36%, with male literacy at 94.28% and female literacy at 67.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 728.
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 | 742 | 367 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 728 | 360 | 368 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 280 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 87 | 164 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Vijaynagar to Zer is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Zer is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | 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 Zer
Where is Zer located?
Zer village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Zer?
The Gram Panchayat of Zer is Bhankhra.
What is the pincode of Zer?
The pincode of Zer is 383460.
What is the population of Zer?
Zer had a total population of 742, including 367 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Zer?
Zer had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zer was 80.36%. Male literacy was 94.28% and female literacy was 67.20%.