Brichgunj

Brichgunj is a village located in Port Blair tehsil of South Andaman district in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. It is situated 9km away from Port Blair, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Brichgunj village.

Brichgunj has its own place in the vibrant South Andaman region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Brichgunj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Brichgunj is 645532. The village spans a total geographical area of 431.34 hectares. Port Blair is nearest town to Brichgunj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Brichgunj

Below is a concise population overview of Brichgunj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,412 2,478 934
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 267 129 138
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 36 33 3
Literate Population 3,057 2,315 742
Illiterate Population 355 163 192

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Brichgunj village:

  • The total population of Brichgunj village is around 3,412, including approximately 2,478 males and 934 females, with a sex ratio of 376 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 267 children aged 0–6 years in Brichgunj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Brichgunj village has 36 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Brichgunj village is about 89.60%, with male literacy at 93.42% and female literacy at 79.44%.
  • There are around 562 households in Brichgunj village.

Connectivity of Brichgunj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Brichgunj. As per the 2011 stats, Brichgunj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Brichgunj

Knowing the nearby villages of Brichgunj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Brichgunj.

Pahargaon Part School Line Part Dollygunj Minnie Bay Part Brookshabad Part Teylorabad Sippighat Bimilitan Kodiyaghat Calicut Beadnabad Rangachang

Frequently Asked Questions about Brichgunj

Where is Brichgunj located?
Brichgunj village is situated in Port Blair Tehsil, within the South Andaman district of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the population of Brichgunj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Brichgunj is 3,412, with 2,478 males and 934 females.
How many households are there in Brichgunj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Brichgunj village has a total of 562 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brichgunj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Brichgunj is 89.60%. The male literacy rate is 93.42%, while the female literacy rate is 79.44%.