Brinal - Devsar, Kulgam
Brinal is a village situated in the Devsar tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Kulgam and around 13 km from Kulgam. Brinal village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brinal is 004017. The village covers a total geographical area of 798.5 hectares and falls under the 192231 pincode. Qazigund is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Brinal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Noorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brinal
According to the 2011 Census, Brinal village had a total population of 8,043 people, including 4,081 males and 3,962 females, living in 1,344 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.51%, with male literacy at 61.45% and female literacy at 41.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,301.
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 | 8,043 | 4,081 | 3,962 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,778 | 911 | 867 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,301 | 1,201 | 1,100 |
| Literate Population | 3,227 | 1,948 | 1,279 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,816 | 2,133 | 2,683 |
Nearby Villages of Brinal
Brinal 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 Brinal
Brinal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Brinal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Qazigund to Brinal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kulgam to Brinal is about 13 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 Brinal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brinal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Brinal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brinal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Brinal
Where is Brinal located?
Brinal village is located in Devsar Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Brinal?
Brinal is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Brinal?
The pincode of Brinal is 192231.
What is the population of Brinal?
Brinal had a total population of 8,043, including 4,081 males and 3,962 females.
How many households are there in Brinal?
Brinal had 1,344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brinal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brinal was 51.51%. Male literacy was 61.45% and female literacy was 41.32%.