Sera - Pokhari, Chamoli
Sera is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sera is 041162. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.75 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 46 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 Badrinath 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 129 people, including 54 males and 75 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,389 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.56%, with male literacy at 87.23% and female literacy at 65.67%.
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 | 129 | 54 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 13 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Sera
Sera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malkoti | North-West | 0.81 km |
| Tali Kansari | East | 1.68 km |
| Kailab | East | 2.54 km |
| Satiyana | East | 2.69 km |
| Harishankar | East | 3.32 km |
| Thalabair | East | 3.74 km |
| Ganiyala | East | 3.95 km |
| Nautha | East | 4.01 km |
| Majyadi | South-East | 4.33 km |
| Kimkholi | East | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sera
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sera. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Karnaprayag to Sera is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sera is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >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 Pokhari 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 246473.
What is the population of Sera?
Sera had a total population of 129, including 54 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Sera?
Sera had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sera was 74.56%. Male literacy was 87.23% and female literacy was 65.67%.