Taraf Brahmana - Bishnah, Jammu
Taraf Brahmana is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Pandorian Bramana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taraf Brahmana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taraf Brahmana is 006209. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.8 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Rehal is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Taraf Brahmana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taraf Brahmana
As per Census 2011, Taraf Brahmana village has a total population of 602 people, consisting of 333 males and 269 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 807 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 443 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 270 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taraf Brahmana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 602 | 333 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 38 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 149 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 257 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 76 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Taraf Brahmana
Taraf Brahmana 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 Taraf Brahmana
Taraf Brahmana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Rehal to Taraf Brahmana is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Taraf Brahmana is about 30 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 Taraf Brahmana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taraf Brahmana 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 Taraf Brahmana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taraf Brahmana 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Taraf Brahmana
Where is Taraf Brahmana located?
Taraf Brahmana village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taraf Brahmana?
The Gram Panchayat of Taraf Brahmana is Pandorian Bramana.
What is the pincode of Taraf Brahmana?
The pincode of Taraf Brahmana is 181132.
What is the population of Taraf Brahmana?
Taraf Brahmana has a total population of 602, including 333 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Taraf Brahmana?
There are 115 households in Taraf Brahmana.
What is the literacy rate in Taraf Brahmana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taraf Brahmana is 73.59%. Male literacy is 77.18% and female literacy is 69.14%.