Brankar
About Brankar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Brankar village is 011555. Brankar village is located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Brankar village. As per 2009 stats, Dhaneta is the gram panchayat of Brankar village.
The total geographical area of village is 305.74 hectares. Brankar has a total population of 678 peoples, out of which male population is 320 while female population is 358. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1118 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of brankar village is 74.93% out of which 77.81% males and 72.35% females are literate. There are about 157 houses in brankar village. Pincode of brankar village locality is 176061.
When it comes to administration, Brankar 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, Brankar village comes under Sullah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Palampur is nearest town to brankar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Brankar
The population details of Brankar 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 | 678 | 320 | 358 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 79 | 50 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 249 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 71 | 99 |
Connectivity of Brankar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brankar
Where is Brankar located?
Brankar village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brankar?
The Gram Panchayat of Brankar is Dhaneta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Brankar?
The pincode of Brankar is 176061, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Brankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Brankar is 678, with 320 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Brankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Brankar village has a total of 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brankar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Brankar is 74.93%. The male literacy rate is 77.81%, while the female literacy rate is 72.35%.