Sera - Gairsain, Chamoli
Sera is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sera is 042033. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.56 hectares and falls under the 246428 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Sera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sera
As per Census 2011, Sera village has a total population of 228 people, consisting of 105 males and 123 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,171 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 141 literate and 87 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 105 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 76 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 29 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Sera
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 Sera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Sera is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sera is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sera
Where is Sera located?
Sera village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sera?
Sera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sera?
The pincode of Sera is 246428.
What is the population of Sera?
Sera has a total population of 228, including 105 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Sera?
There are 51 households in Sera.
What is the literacy rate in Sera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sera is 61.84%. Male literacy is 72.38% and female literacy is 52.85%.