Sera - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Sera is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Shera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sera is 507655. The village covers a total geographical area of 944.84 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sera
As per Census 2011, Sera village has a total population of 2,291 people, consisting of 1,211 males and 1,080 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 385 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,044 literate and 1,247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,291 | 1,211 | 1,080 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 209 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 158 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 697 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,247 | 514 | 733 |
Nearby Villages of Sera
Sera 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 Sera
Sera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Sera is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Sera is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sera
Where is Sera located?
Sera village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sera?
The Gram Panchayat of Sera is Shera.
What is the pincode of Sera?
The pincode of Sera is 385310.
What is the population of Sera?
Sera has a total population of 2,291, including 1,211 males and 1,080 females.
How many households are there in Sera?
There are 361 households in Sera.
What is the literacy rate in Sera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sera is 45.57%. Male literacy is 57.56% and female literacy is 32.13%.