Birsansera - Pokhari, Chamoli
Birsansera is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Birsan Sera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birsansera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birsansera is 041220. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.69 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Birsansera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birsansera
As per Census 2011, Birsansera village has a total population of 165 people, consisting of 79 males and 86 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birsansera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 14 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Birsansera
Birsansera 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 Birsansera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Birsansera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Birsansera is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Birsansera is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birsansera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birsansera 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Birsansera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birsansera 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 Birsansera
Where is Birsansera located?
Birsansera village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birsansera?
The Gram Panchayat of Birsansera is Birsan Sera.
What is the pincode of Birsansera?
The pincode of Birsansera is 246473.
What is the population of Birsansera?
Birsansera has a total population of 165, including 79 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Birsansera?
There are 39 households in Birsansera.
What is the literacy rate in Birsansera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birsansera is 77.58%. Male literacy is 82.28% and female literacy is 73.26%.