Seri - Sunni, Shimla
Seri is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from Shimla. Mandhor Ghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seri is 024024. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.34 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Seri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seri
According to the 2011 Census, Seri village had a total population of 147 people, including 74 males and 73 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.82%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 79.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 10 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Seri
Seri 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 Seri
Public transport in the Seri is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Shimla to Seri is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seri 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 Seri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seri 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Seri
Where is Seri located?
Seri village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seri?
The Gram Panchayat of Seri is Mandhor Ghat.
What is the pincode of Seri?
The pincode of Seri is 171301.
What is the population of Seri?
Seri had a total population of 147, including 74 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Seri?
Seri had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Seri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seri was 85.82%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 79.69%.