Sera - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Sera is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bhool Ki Adhayali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sera is 049791. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.66 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Sera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sera
As per Census 2011, Sera village has a total population of 39 people, consisting of 23 males and 16 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 695 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 28 literate and 11 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sera
Where is Sera located?
Sera village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sera?
The Gram Panchayat of Sera is Bhool Ki Adhayali.
What is the pincode of Sera?
The pincode of Sera is 262534.
What is the population of Sera?
Sera has a total population of 39, including 23 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Sera?
There are 10 households in Sera.
What is the literacy rate in Sera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sera is 71.79%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 62.50%.