Seri - Billawar, Kathua
Seri is a village situated in the Billawar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Billawar and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Mooni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seri is 001700. The village covers a total geographical area of 467 hectares and falls under the 184202 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Seri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Seri
As per Census 2011, Seri village has a total population of 1,573 people, consisting of 830 males and 743 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 986 literate and 587 illiterate residents. Additionally, 499 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,573 | 830 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 129 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 254 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 986 | 596 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 234 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Seri
Seri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tilla | North | 2.80 km |
| Pallan | South | 2.86 km |
| Kishan Pur | North-East | 4.91 km |
| Salladi | South | 6.13 km |
| Dharalta | South-West | 6.20 km |
| Dhamlar | East | 6.35 km |
| Bhaddu | West | 7.29 km |
| Dungara | West | 7.51 km |
| Sukral | North | 7.79 km |
| Poonda | East | 8.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Seri
Seri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kathua, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Billawar to Seri is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Seri is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Seri
Where is Seri located?
Seri village is located in Billawar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seri?
The Gram Panchayat of Seri is Mooni.
What is the pincode of Seri?
The pincode of Seri is 184202.
What is the population of Seri?
Seri has a total population of 1,573, including 830 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Seri?
There are 261 households in Seri.
What is the literacy rate in Seri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seri is 62.68%. Male literacy is 71.81% and female literacy is 52.49%.