Ser - Dharmsala, Kangra
Ser is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Paloutha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ser village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ser is 009487. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.9 hectares and falls under the 176217 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
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 Shahpur 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 472 people, consisting of 229 males and 243 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ser are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 472 | 229 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 202 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 157 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 72 | 125 |
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 5-10 km of the Ser.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Ser is about 23 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ser
Where is Ser located?
Ser village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ser?
The Gram Panchayat of Ser is Paloutha.
What is the pincode of Ser?
The pincode of Ser is 176217.
What is the population of Ser?
Ser has a total population of 472, including 229 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Ser?
There are 84 households in Ser.
What is the literacy rate in Ser?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ser is 58.26%. Male literacy is 68.56% and female literacy is 48.56%.