Brah - Shangus, Anantnag
Brah is a village situated in the Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shangus and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Brah A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Brah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brah is 003744. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.3 hectares and falls under the 192201 pincode. Shangus is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Brah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Brah
According to the 2011 Census, Brah village had a total population of 2,966 people, including 1,605 males and 1,361 females, living in 443 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.29%, with male literacy at 76.02% and female literacy at 55.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 264.
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 | 2,966 | 1,605 | 1,361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 596 | 375 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 143 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 1,571 | 935 | 636 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,395 | 670 | 725 |
Nearby Villages of Brah
Brah 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 Brah
Brah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shangus to Brah is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Brah is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Brah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brah
Where is Brah located?
Brah village is located in Shangus Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Brah?
The Halqa Panchayat of Brah is Brah A.
What is the pincode of Brah?
The pincode of Brah is 192201.
What is the population of Brah?
Brah had a total population of 2,966, including 1,605 males and 1,361 females.
How many households are there in Brah?
Brah had 443 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brah was 66.29%. Male literacy was 76.02% and female literacy was 55.79%.