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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Seera
According to the 2011 Census, Seera village had a total population of 200 people, including 84 males and 116 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,381 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.22%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 61.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 200 | 84 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 200, including 84 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Seera?
Seera had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Seera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seera was 73.22%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 61.68%.