Zap
Zap is a village located in Jawhar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Jawhar (tehsildar office) and 127km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Zap village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Zap unique in its vibrant Jawhar-Thane region. You’ll see Zap’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 Zap
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Zap is 551944. The village spans a total geographical area of 927.14 hectares. Jawhar is nearest town to Zap village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Zap
Population of Zap
According to the 2011 Census, Zap has a total population of about 2,308, with approximately 1,134 males and 1,174 females. The sex ratio is around 1035 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 333 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,271. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.52%, with male literacy at about 58.47% and female literacy near 44.80%. There are around 422 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Zap's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,308 | 1,134 | 1,174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 151 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,271 | 1,113 | 1,158 |
| Literate Population | 1,189 | 663 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,119 | 471 | 648 |
Connectivity of Zap
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Zap. As per the 2011 stats, Zap had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Zap
Knowing the nearby villages of Zap helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Zap.
Frequently Asked Questions about Zap
- Where is Zap located?
- Zap village is situated in Jawhar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Zap?
- Zap serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Zap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Zap is 2,308, with 1,134 males and 1,174 females.
- How many households are there in Zap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Zap village has a total of 422 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Zap as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Zap is 51.52%. The male literacy rate is 58.47%, while the female literacy rate is 44.80%.