Zethan - Dongiwacha, Baramulla
Zethan is a village situated in the Dongiwacha tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 19 km from Rafiabad and around 27 km from Baramulla. Zethan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zethan is 002263. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Watergam is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Zethan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zethan
According to the 2011 Census, Zethan village had a total population of 731 people, including 377 males and 354 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.22%, with male literacy at 78.14% and female literacy at 55.52%.
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 | 731 | 377 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 243 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 134 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Zethan
Zethan 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 Zethan
Zethan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Watergam to Zethan is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Zethan is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zethan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zethan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Zethan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zethan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Zethan
Where is Zethan located?
Zethan village is located in Dongiwacha Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zethan?
Zethan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zethan?
The pincode of Zethan is 193303.
What is the population of Zethan?
Zethan had a total population of 731, including 377 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Zethan?
Zethan had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zethan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zethan was 67.22%. Male literacy was 78.14% and female literacy was 55.52%.