Sera - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Sera is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 74 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Sera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sera is 044319. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.13 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
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 Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sera
According to the 2011 Census, Sera village had a total population of 225 people, including 122 males and 103 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.92%, with male literacy at 90.53% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 225 | 122 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 27 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 86 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 36 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Sera
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Airal Gaon | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Pasani | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Haldwari | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Ragar Gaon | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Ghursal Gaon | West | 1.76 km |
| Landwakot | West | 2.56 km |
| Nahi Kalan | South | 2.93 km |
| Tamoli Garh | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Baderna Khurd | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Nahikhurd | South | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sera
Public transport in the Sera is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.5 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 Dehradun to Sera is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sera is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sera
Where is Sera located?
Sera village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sera?
Sera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sera?
The pincode of Sera is 249180.
What is the population of Sera?
Sera had a total population of 225, including 122 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Sera?
Sera had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sera was 78.92%. Male literacy was 90.53% and female literacy was 66.67%.