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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Brahmana village has a total population of 102 people, consisting of 46 males and 56 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,217 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brahmana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 102 | 46 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| 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 has a total population of 102, including 46 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Brahmana?
There are 20 households in Brahmana.
What is the literacy rate in Brahmana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahmana is 65.69%. Male literacy is 82.61% and female literacy is 51.79%.