Branda
About Branda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Branda village is 008361. Branda village is located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 85km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Branda village. As per 2009 stats, Branda Kandwal is the gram panchayat of Branda village.
The total geographical area of village is 283.42 hectares. Branda has a total population of 1,748 peoples, out of which male population is 909 while female population is 839. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 922 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of branda village is 80.95% out of which 84.82% males and 76.76% females are literate. There are about 368 houses in branda village. Pincode of branda village locality is 176202.
When it comes to administration, Branda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Branda village comes under Nurpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to branda village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Branda
The population details of Branda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,748 | 909 | 839 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 174 | 96 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,415 | 771 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 138 | 195 |
Connectivity of Branda
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Branda
Where is Branda located?
Branda village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Branda?
The Gram Panchayat of Branda is Branda Kandwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Branda?
The pincode of Branda is 176202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Branda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Branda is 1,748, with 909 males and 839 females.
How many households are there in Branda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Branda village has a total of 368 households.
What is the literacy rate in Branda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Branda is 80.95%. The male literacy rate is 84.82%, while the female literacy rate is 76.76%.