Sera - Bangapani, Pithoragarh
Sera is a village situated in the Bangapani tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Munsiari and around 100 km from Pithoragarh. Siling serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sera is 048874. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.43 hectares and falls under the 262555 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sera
According to the 2011 Census, Sera village had a total population of 130 people, including 57 males and 73 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,281 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.69%, with male literacy at 84.44% and female literacy at 50.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 130 | 57 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 19 | 44 |
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 shared van services.
| 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 Didihat to Sera is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sera is about 100 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
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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sera
Where is Sera located?
Sera village is located in Bangapani Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sera?
The Gram Panchayat of Sera is Siling.
What is the pincode of Sera?
The pincode of Sera is 262555.
What is the population of Sera?
Sera had a total population of 130, including 57 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Sera?
Sera had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sera was 65.69%. Male literacy was 84.44% and female literacy was 50.88%.