Serh - Kharah Balli, Jammu
Serh is a village situated in the Kharah Balli tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Akhnoor and around 53 km from Jammu. Serh village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serh is 005545. The village covers a total geographical area of 595.7 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Aklhnoor is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Serh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serh
According to the 2011 Census, Serh village had a total population of 1,613 people, including 846 males and 767 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.27%, with male literacy at 80.89% and female literacy at 64.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 1,613 | 846 | 767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 129 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 998 | 580 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 266 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Serh
Serh 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 Serh
Serh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklhnoor to Serh is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Serh is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Serh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serh 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Serh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Serh
Where is Serh located?
Serh village is located in Kharah Balli Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Serh?
Serh is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Serh?
The pincode of Serh is 181203.
What is the population of Serh?
Serh had a total population of 1,613, including 846 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Serh?
Serh had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Serh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serh was 73.27%. Male literacy was 80.89% and female literacy was 64.81%.