Sera - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Sera is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Kandara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sera is 042235. The village covers a total geographical area of 3.62 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 26 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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sera
As per Census 2011, Sera village has a total population of 127 people, consisting of 57 males and 70 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,228 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 127 | 57 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 6 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 52 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 13 | 37 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Rudraprayag to Sera is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sera
Where is Sera located?
Sera village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sera?
The Gram Panchayat of Sera is Kandara.
What is the pincode of Sera?
The pincode of Sera is 246425.
What is the population of Sera?
Sera has a total population of 127, including 57 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Sera?
There are 26 households in Sera.
What is the literacy rate in Sera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sera is 60.63%. Male literacy is 77.19% and female literacy is 47.14%.