Zazna - Wakoora, Ganderbal
Zazna is a village situated in the Wakoora tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Lar and around 15 km from Gaderbal. Waskoora B serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Zazna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zazna is 002864. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.5 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Zazna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ganderbal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zazna
According to the 2011 Census, Zazna village had a total population of 1,409 people, including 715 males and 694 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.00%, with male literacy at 53.66% and female literacy at 40.29%.
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 | 1,409 | 715 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 87 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 337 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 821 | 378 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Zazna
Zazna 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 Zazna
Zazna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Ganderbal to Zazna is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Zazna is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zazna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zazna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Zazna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zazna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Zazna
Where is Zazna located?
Zazna village is located in Wakoora Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Zazna?
The Halqa Panchayat of Zazna is Waskoora B.
What is the pincode of Zazna?
The pincode of Zazna is 191201.
What is the population of Zazna?
Zazna had a total population of 1,409, including 715 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Zazna?
Zazna had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zazna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zazna was 47.00%. Male literacy was 53.66% and female literacy was 40.29%.