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
As per Census 2011, Serad village has a total population of 427 people, consisting of 218 males and 209 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 303 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Serad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 427 | 218 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 205 | 194 |
| 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 has a total population of 427, including 218 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Serad?
There are 99 households in Serad.
What is the literacy rate in Serad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serad is 70.96%. Male literacy is 79.36% and female literacy is 62.20%.