Ser - Arki, Solan
Ser is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Sanan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ser village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ser is 020134. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.47 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Ser village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ser
According to the 2011 Census, Ser village had a total population of 315 people, including 150 males and 165 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.17%, with male literacy at 99.22% and female literacy at 80.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
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 | 315 | 150 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 128 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 22 | 46 |
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
Ser is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Solan to Ser is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ser
Where is Ser located?
Ser village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ser?
The Gram Panchayat of Ser is Sanan.
What is the pincode of Ser?
The pincode of Ser is 171102.
What is the population of Ser?
Ser had a total population of 315, including 150 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Ser?
Ser had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ser?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ser was 89.17%. Male literacy was 99.22% and female literacy was 80.41%.