Gaj Sera - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Gaj Sera is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Lansdowne and around 97 km from Pauri. Sila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaj Sera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaj Sera is 047362. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.38 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gaj 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 Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaj Sera
According to the 2011 Census, Gaj Sera village had a total population of 13 people, including 7 males and 6 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.91%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Gaj Sera
Gaj 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karoti | South | 0.76 km |
| Pataguni | North-West | 0.85 km |
| Gwari Gaon | East | 1.02 km |
| Jadla | East | 1.13 km |
| Dabri | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Raneth | South | 1.23 km |
| Bhamri | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Dura | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Palkot | East | 1.65 km |
| Mohar Walla | North-West | 1.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaj Sera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gaj Sera. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.6 km.
| 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 Lansdowne to Gaj Sera is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Gaj Sera is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaj Sera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaj 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaj 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 Gaj 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gaj Sera
Where is Gaj Sera located?
Gaj Sera village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gaj Sera?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaj Sera is Sila.
What is the pincode of Gaj Sera?
The pincode of Gaj Sera is 246155.
What is the population of Gaj Sera?
Gaj Sera had a total population of 13, including 7 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Gaj Sera?
Gaj Sera had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaj Sera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaj Sera was 90.91%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.