Zeran - Tangmarg, Baramulla
Zeran is a village situated in the Tangmarg tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Tangmarg and around 37 km from Baramulla. Warapora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zeran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zeran is 002670. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.6 hectares and falls under the 193402 pincode. Tangmarg is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Zeran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gulmarg Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zeran
According to the 2011 Census, Zeran village had a total population of 256 people, including 129 males and 127 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.83%, with male literacy at 69.64% and female literacy at 50.43%.
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 | 256 | 129 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 78 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 51 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Zeran
Zeran 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 Zeran
Public transport in the Zeran is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tangmarg to Zeran is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Zeran is about 37 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 Zeran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zeran 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 Zeran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zeran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Zeran
Where is Zeran located?
Zeran village is located in Tangmarg Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zeran?
The Gram Panchayat of Zeran is Warapora.
What is the pincode of Zeran?
The pincode of Zeran is 193402.
What is the population of Zeran?
Zeran had a total population of 256, including 129 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Zeran?
Zeran had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zeran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zeran was 59.83%. Male literacy was 69.64% and female literacy was 50.43%.