Seera - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Seera is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seera is 052004. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.9 hectares and falls under the 263658 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Seera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Seera
As per Census 2011, Seera village has a total population of 200 people, consisting of 84 males and 116 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,380 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 200 | 84 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 16 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Seera
Seera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kafalani Chak Masi | South | 1.49 km |
| Temata | West | 1.69 km |
| Kononi Talli | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Dangar Khola | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Ghugutiyalgaon | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Jaitoli | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Patash | South | 2.53 km |
| Dulgarhi | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Noabara | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Nagarseem | North-West | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Seera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Seera. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ranikhet to Seera is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Seera is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seera 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Seera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seera 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Seera
Where is Seera located?
Seera village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seera?
The Gram Panchayat of Seera is Sira.
What is the pincode of Seera?
The pincode of Seera is 263658.
What is the population of Seera?
Seera has a total population of 200, including 84 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Seera?
There are 53 households in Seera.
What is the literacy rate in Seera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seera is 67.00%. Male literacy is 80.95% and female literacy is 56.90%.