Brawbandina - Shahoora (Litter), Pulwama
Brawbandina is a village situated in the Shahoora (Litter) tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Awaintipora and around 15 km from Pulwama. Brawbundina serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Brawbandina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brawbandina is 003024. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.3 hectares and falls under the 192302 pincode. Awantipora is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Brawbandina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pulwama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brawbandina
According to the 2011 Census, Brawbandina village had a total population of 1,612 people, including 806 males and 806 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.46%, with male literacy at 68.02% and female literacy at 47.83%.
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 | 1,612 | 806 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 240 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 385 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 930 | 421 | 509 |
Nearby Villages of Brawbandina
Brawbandina 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 Brawbandina
Brawbandina is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Brawbandina.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Awantipora to Brawbandina is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Brawbandina is about 15 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 Brawbandina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brawbandina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Brawbandina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brawbandina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Brawbandina
Where is Brawbandina located?
Brawbandina village is located in Shahoora (Litter) Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Brawbandina?
The Halqa Panchayat of Brawbandina is Brawbundina.
What is the pincode of Brawbandina?
The pincode of Brawbandina is 192302.
What is the population of Brawbandina?
Brawbandina had a total population of 1,612, including 806 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Brawbandina?
Brawbandina had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brawbandina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brawbandina was 57.46%. Male literacy was 68.02% and female literacy was 47.83%.