Sera - Ghaat, Chamoli
Sera is a village situated in the Ghaat tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Chamoli and around 34 km from Gopeshwar. Banswada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sera is 041097. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.13 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sera
According to the 2011 Census, Sera village had a total population of 110 people, including 54 males and 56 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.02%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 61.70%.
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 | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 12 | 27 |
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
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 | 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 Nandprayag to Sera is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sera is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sera
Where is Sera located?
Sera village is located in Ghaat Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sera?
The Gram Panchayat of Sera is Banswada.
What is the pincode of Sera?
The pincode of Sera is 246449.
What is the population of Sera?
Sera had a total population of 110, including 54 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Sera?
Sera had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sera was 78.02%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 61.70%.