Seri - Pithoragarh
Seri is a village situated in the Pithoragarh tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Pithoragarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Seri Kanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seri is 050242. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.88 hectares and falls under the 262521 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Seri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pithoragarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seri
As per Census 2011, Seri village has a total population of 488 people, consisting of 193 males and 295 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,528 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 317 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 488 | 193 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 33 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 146 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 47 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Seri
Seri 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 Seri
Public transport in the Seri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Seri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seri 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Seri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seri 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Seri
Where is Seri located?
Seri village is located in Pithoragarh Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seri?
The Gram Panchayat of Seri is Seri Kanda.
What is the pincode of Seri?
The pincode of Seri is 262521.
What is the population of Seri?
Seri has a total population of 488, including 193 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Seri?
There are 116 households in Seri.
What is the literacy rate in Seri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seri is 64.96%. Male literacy is 75.65% and female literacy is 57.97%.