Brarigund - Chadoora, Budgam
Brarigund is a village situated in the Chadoora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Chadoora and around 19 km from Budgam. Barigund serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Brarigund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brarigund is 000767. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.1 hectares and falls under the 191113 pincode. Chadoora is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Brarigund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chadoora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brarigund
According to the 2011 Census, Brarigund village had a total population of 974 people, including 493 males and 481 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.32%, with male literacy at 74.71% and female literacy at 45.72%.
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 | 974 | 493 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 149 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 412 | 257 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 236 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Brarigund
Brarigund 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 Brarigund
Brarigund is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Brarigund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chadoora to Brarigund is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Brarigund is about 19 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 Brarigund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brarigund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Brarigund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brarigund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Brarigund
Where is Brarigund located?
Brarigund village is located in Chadoora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Brarigund?
The Halqa Panchayat of Brarigund is Barigund.
What is the pincode of Brarigund?
The pincode of Brarigund is 191113.
What is the population of Brarigund?
Brarigund had a total population of 974, including 493 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Brarigund?
Brarigund had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brarigund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brarigund was 60.32%. Male literacy was 74.71% and female literacy was 45.72%.