Sera Laga Bhenta - Tharali, Chamoli
Sera Laga Bhenta is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sera Vijaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sera Laga Bhenta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sera Laga Bhenta is 041732. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.1 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Sera Laga Bhenta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sera Laga Bhenta
According to the 2011 Census, Sera Laga Bhenta village had a total population of 159 people, including 82 males and 77 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.86%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 78.87%.
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 | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 77 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 5 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Sera Laga Bhenta
Sera Laga Bhenta 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 Laga Bhenta
Sera Laga Bhenta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Sera Laga Bhenta is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sera Laga Bhenta is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sera Laga Bhenta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sera Laga Bhenta 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 Laga Bhenta
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 Laga Bhenta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sera Laga Bhenta
Where is Sera Laga Bhenta located?
Sera Laga Bhenta village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sera Laga Bhenta?
The Gram Panchayat of Sera Laga Bhenta is Sera Vijaypur.
What is the pincode of Sera Laga Bhenta?
The pincode of Sera Laga Bhenta is 246481.
What is the population of Sera Laga Bhenta?
Sera Laga Bhenta had a total population of 159, including 82 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Sera Laga Bhenta?
Sera Laga Bhenta had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sera Laga Bhenta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sera Laga Bhenta was 89.86%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 78.87%.