Serad - Sundarnagar, Mandi
Serad is a village situated in the Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Palohta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serad is 014333. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.58 hectares and falls under the 175002 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Serad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serad
According to the 2011 Census, Serad village had a total population of 427 people, including 218 males and 209 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.32%, with male literacy at 87.37% and female literacy at 70.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 399.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 427 | 218 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 205 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 173 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 45 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Serad
Serad 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 Serad
Serad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Serad is about 25 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 Serad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Serad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serad 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Serad
Where is Serad located?
Serad village is located in Sundarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serad?
The Gram Panchayat of Serad is Palohta.
What is the pincode of Serad?
The pincode of Serad is 175002.
What is the population of Serad?
Serad had a total population of 427, including 218 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Serad?
Serad had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Serad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serad was 79.32%. Male literacy was 87.37% and female literacy was 70.65%.