Rawal Sera - Bagwalipokhar, Almora
Rawal Sera is a village situated in the Bagwalipokhar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Dwarahat and around 55 km from Almora. Rawal Sera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rawal Sera is 052685. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.31 hectares and falls under the 263621 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Rawal Sera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rawal Sera
As per Census 2011, Rawal Sera village has a total population of 562 people, consisting of 285 males and 277 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 427 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rawal Sera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 562 | 285 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 230 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 55 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Rawal Sera
Rawal Sera 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 Rawal Sera
Rawal Sera 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarahat to Rawal Sera is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Rawal Sera 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 Rawal Sera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rawal Sera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rawal Sera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rawal Sera 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 Rawal Sera
Where is Rawal Sera located?
Rawal Sera village is located in Bagwalipokhar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rawal Sera?
Rawal Sera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rawal Sera?
The pincode of Rawal Sera is 263621.
What is the population of Rawal Sera?
Rawal Sera has a total population of 562, including 285 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Rawal Sera?
There are 142 households in Rawal Sera.
What is the literacy rate in Rawal Sera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rawal Sera is 75.98%. Male literacy is 80.70% and female literacy is 71.12%.