Braman - Rafiabad, Baramulla
Braman is a village situated in the Rafiabad tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Rafiabad and around 26 km from Baramulla. Braman village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Braman is 002291. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.4 hectares and falls under the 193301 pincode. Baramulla is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Braman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Braman
According to the 2011 Census, Braman village had a total population of 1,980 people, including 1,053 males and 927 females, living in 340 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.03%, with male literacy at 65.85% and female literacy at 42.88%.
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 | 1,980 | 1,053 | 927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 154 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 935 | 592 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,045 | 461 | 584 |
Nearby Villages of Braman
Braman 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 Braman
Braman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Baramulla to Braman is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Braman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Braman 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Braman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Braman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Braman
Where is Braman located?
Braman village is located in Rafiabad Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Braman?
Braman is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Braman?
The pincode of Braman is 193301.
What is the population of Braman?
Braman had a total population of 1,980, including 1,053 males and 927 females.
How many households are there in Braman?
Braman had 340 households.
What is the literacy rate in Braman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Braman was 55.03%. Male literacy was 65.85% and female literacy was 42.88%.