Brass - Khansahib, Budgam
Brass is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Khansahib and around 34 km from Budgam. Chill serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Brass village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brass is 000541. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.6 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Khansahib is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Brass 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 Brass
According to the 2011 Census, Brass village had a total population of 1,325 people, including 741 males and 584 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 788 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.15%, with male literacy at 66.86% and female literacy at 42.96%.
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 | 1,325 | 741 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 216 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 351 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 390 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Brass
Brass 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 Brass
Brass is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Khansahib to Brass is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Brass is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brass
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brass village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Brass
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brass village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brass
Where is Brass located?
Brass village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Brass?
The Halqa Panchayat of Brass is Chill.
What is the pincode of Brass?
The pincode of Brass is 191111.
What is the population of Brass?
Brass had a total population of 1,325, including 741 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Brass?
Brass had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brass?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brass was 56.15%. Male literacy was 66.86% and female literacy was 42.96%.