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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Brass village has a total population of 1,325 people, consisting of 741 males and 584 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 788 females per 1,000 males. There are 374 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 534 literate and 791 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brass are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,325 | 741 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 216 | 158 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Brass?
The Gram Panchayat of Brass is Chill.
What is the pincode of Brass?
The pincode of Brass is 191111.
What is the population of Brass?
Brass has a total population of 1,325, including 741 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Brass?
There are 168 households in Brass.
What is the literacy rate in Brass?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brass is 40.30%. Male literacy is 47.37% and female literacy is 31.34%.