Ser - Dalhousie, Chamba
Ser is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Osal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ser village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ser is 007467. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.35 hectares and falls under the 176306 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Ser village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ser
As per Census 2011, Ser village has a total population of 1,012 people, consisting of 520 males and 492 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 731 literate and 281 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 285 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ser are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,012 | 520 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 137 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 145 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 431 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 89 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Ser
Ser 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 Ser
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Ser.
| 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 Dalhousie to Ser is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Ser is about 36 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 Ser
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ser village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ser
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ser village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ser
Where is Ser located?
Ser village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ser?
The Gram Panchayat of Ser is Osal.
What is the pincode of Ser?
The pincode of Ser is 176306.
What is the population of Ser?
Ser has a total population of 1,012, including 520 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Ser?
There are 217 households in Ser.
What is the literacy rate in Ser?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ser is 72.23%. Male literacy is 82.88% and female literacy is 60.98%.