Brahmana - Kunihar, Solan
Brahmana is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 72 km from Solan. Badog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahmana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahmana is 020175. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.55 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Brahmana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brahmana
According to the 2011 Census, Brahmana village had a total population of 102 people, including 46 males and 56 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,217 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.14%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 63.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 102 | 46 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 8 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Brahmana
Brahmana 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 Brahmana
Brahmana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Brahmana is about 72 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 Brahmana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahmana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Brahmana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahmana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brahmana
Where is Brahmana located?
Brahmana village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Brahmana?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahmana is Badog.
What is the pincode of Brahmana?
The pincode of Brahmana is 173207.
What is the population of Brahmana?
Brahmana had a total population of 102, including 46 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Brahmana?
Brahmana had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brahmana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahmana was 76.14%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 63.04%.