Zrakan - Keller, Shopian
Zrakan is a village situated in the Keller tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Shopian and around 15 km from Shopian. Zraken serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zrakan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zrakan is 003385. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.1 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Zrakan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shopian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zrakan
As per Census 2011, Zrakan village has a total population of 1,528 people, consisting of 798 males and 730 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 335 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 1,105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 728 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zrakan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,528 | 798 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 173 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 728 | 365 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 283 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,105 | 515 | 590 |
Nearby Villages of Zrakan
Zrakan 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 Zrakan
Zrakan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Shopiyan to Zrakan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Zrakan 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 Zrakan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zrakan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Zrakan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zrakan 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 Zrakan
Where is Zrakan located?
Zrakan village is located in Keller Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zrakan?
The Gram Panchayat of Zrakan is Zraken.
What is the pincode of Zrakan?
The pincode of Zrakan is 192303.
What is the population of Zrakan?
Zrakan has a total population of 1,528, including 798 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Zrakan?
There are 306 households in Zrakan.
What is the literacy rate in Zrakan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zrakan is 27.68%. Male literacy is 35.46% and female literacy is 19.18%.