Bran Dub - Rafiabad, Baramulla
Bran Dub is a village situated in the Rafiabad tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Rafiabad and around 20 km from Baramulla. Brandub serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bran Dub village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bran Dub is 002294. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.7 hectares and falls under the 193301 pincode. Baramulla is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bran Dub 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 Bran Dub
According to the 2011 Census, Bran Dub village had a total population of 1,663 people, including 870 males and 793 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.66%, with male literacy at 63.98% and female literacy at 28.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 384.
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 | 1,663 | 870 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 151 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 384 | 205 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 460 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,022 | 410 | 612 |
Nearby Villages of Bran Dub
Bran Dub 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 Bran Dub
Bran Dub 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 Bran Dub is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bran Dub
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bran Dub 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bran Dub
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bran Dub 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 Bran Dub
Where is Bran Dub located?
Bran Dub village is located in Rafiabad Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bran Dub?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bran Dub is Brandub.
What is the pincode of Bran Dub?
The pincode of Bran Dub is 193301.
What is the population of Bran Dub?
Bran Dub had a total population of 1,663, including 870 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Bran Dub?
Bran Dub had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bran Dub?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bran Dub was 47.66%. Male literacy was 63.98% and female literacy was 28.91%.