Brah

Brah is a village located in Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Shangus (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Anantnag.

Brah has its own place in the vibrant Anantnag 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 Brah

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Brah is 003744. The village spans a total geographical area of 436.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192201. Shangus is nearest town to Brah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Brah

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,966 1,605 1,361
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 596 375 221
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 264 143 121
Literate Population 1,571 935 636
Illiterate Population 1,395 670 725

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

  • The total population of Brah village is around 2,966, including approximately 1,605 males and 1,361 females, with a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 596 children aged 0–6 years in Brah village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Brah village has 264 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Brah village is about 52.97%, with male literacy at 58.26% and female literacy at 46.73%.
  • There are around 443 households in Brah village.

Connectivity of Brah

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Brah. As per the 2011 stats, Brah 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 Brah

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brah

Where is Brah located?
Brah village is situated in Shangus Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Brah?
The pincode of Brah is 192201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Brah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Brah is 2,966, with 1,605 males and 1,361 females.
How many households are there in Brah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Brah village has a total of 443 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Brah is 52.97%. The male literacy rate is 58.26%, while the female literacy rate is 46.73%.