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.
Here you can discover what makes Zerakan unique in its vibrant Shopian-Shupiyan region. You’ll see Zerakan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Zerakan
Population of Zerakan
According to the 2011 Census, Zerakan has a total population of about 1,528, with approximately 798 males and 730 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 335 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 728. The overall literacy rate is approximately 27.68%, with male literacy at about 35.46% and female literacy near 19.18%. There are around 306 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Zerakan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.