Brinjan - Chadoora, Budgam
Brinjan is a village situated in the Chadoora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Chadoora and around 25 km from Buggam. Brinjan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brinjan is 000816. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.9 hectares and falls under the 191113 pincode. Chadoora is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Brinjan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chrar-i-sharief Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brinjan
As per Census 2011, Brinjan village has a total population of 2,347 people, consisting of 1,225 males and 1,122 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 505 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 942 literate and 1,405 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brinjan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,347 | 1,225 | 1,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 286 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 942 | 598 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,405 | 627 | 778 |
Nearby Villages of Brinjan
Brinjan 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 Brinjan
Brinjan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chadoora to Brinjan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buggam to Brinjan is about 25 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 Brinjan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brinjan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Brinjan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brinjan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brinjan
Where is Brinjan located?
Brinjan village is located in Chadoora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brinjan?
Brinjan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Brinjan?
The pincode of Brinjan is 191113.
What is the population of Brinjan?
Brinjan has a total population of 2,347, including 1,225 males and 1,122 females.
How many households are there in Brinjan?
There are 295 households in Brinjan.
What is the literacy rate in Brinjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brinjan is 40.14%. Male literacy is 48.82% and female literacy is 30.66%.