Ser Bala - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Ser Bala is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Ser Balla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ser Bala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ser Bala is 005065. The village covers a total geographical area of 679.1 hectares and falls under the 182124 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ser Bala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ser Bala
As per Census 2011, Ser Bala village has a total population of 1,822 people, consisting of 944 males and 878 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,044 literate and 778 illiterate residents. Additionally, 544 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ser Bala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,822 | 944 | 878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 152 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 544 | 284 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 627 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 778 | 317 | 461 |
Nearby Villages of Ser Bala
Ser Bala 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 Bala
Public transport in the Ser Bala is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udhampur to Ser Bala is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ser Bala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ser Bala 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 Ser Bala
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 Bala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ser Bala
Where is Ser Bala located?
Ser Bala village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ser Bala?
The Gram Panchayat of Ser Bala is Ser Balla.
What is the pincode of Ser Bala?
The pincode of Ser Bala is 182124.
What is the population of Ser Bala?
Ser Bala has a total population of 1,822, including 944 males and 878 females.
How many households are there in Ser Bala?
There are 238 households in Ser Bala.
What is the literacy rate in Ser Bala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ser Bala is 57.30%. Male literacy is 66.42% and female literacy is 47.49%.