Zerakan

Zerakan is a village located in Shopian tehsil of Shupiyan district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km away from Shopian, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Zerakan village.

Zerakan has its own place in the vibrant Shupiyan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Zerakan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Zerakan is 003385. The village spans a total geographical area of 127.1 hectares. Shopiyan is nearest town to Zerakan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Zerakan

Below is a concise population overview of Zerakan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,528 798 730
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 335 173 162
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 728 365 363
Literate Population 423 283 140
Illiterate Population 1,105 515 590

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Zerakan village:

  • The total population of Zerakan village is around 1,528, including approximately 798 males and 730 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 335 children aged 0–6 years in Zerakan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Zerakan village has 728 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Zerakan village is about 27.68%, with male literacy at 35.46% and female literacy at 19.18%.
  • There are around 306 households in Zerakan village.

Connectivity of Zerakan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Zerakan. As per the 2011 stats, Zerakan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Zerakan

Knowing the nearby villages of Zerakan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Zerakan.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Zerakan

Where is Zerakan located?
Zerakan village is situated in Shopian Tehsil, within the Shupiyan district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the population of Zerakan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Zerakan is 1,528, with 798 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Zerakan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Zerakan village has a total of 306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zerakan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Zerakan is 27.68%. The male literacy rate is 35.46%, while the female literacy rate is 19.18%.