Brail - Khansahib, Budgam
Brail is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Khansahib and around 10 km from Budgam. Waterhail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brail is 000560. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.4 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Badgam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Brail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brail
As per Census 2011, Brail village has a total population of 926 people, consisting of 503 males and 423 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 411 literate and 515 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 926 | 503 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 130 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 261 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 242 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Brail
Brail 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 Brail
Brail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Brail.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Badgam to Brail is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Brail is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Brail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brail
Where is Brail located?
Brail village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brail?
The Gram Panchayat of Brail is Waterhail.
What is the pincode of Brail?
The pincode of Brail is 191111.
What is the population of Brail?
Brail has a total population of 926, including 503 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Brail?
There are 100 households in Brail.
What is the literacy rate in Brail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brail is 44.38%. Male literacy is 51.89% and female literacy is 35.46%.