Brevi - Kalakote, Rajouri
Brevi is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalakote and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Brevi village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brevi is 001549. The village covers a total geographical area of 2881 hectares and falls under the 185201 pincode. Sundernabi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Brevi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kala kote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brevi
According to the 2011 Census, Brevi village had a total population of 3,757 people, including 1,964 males and 1,793 females, living in 856 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.46%, with male literacy at 75.89% and female literacy at 58.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 262, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,302.
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 | 3,757 | 1,964 | 1,793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 616 | 342 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 138 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,302 | 678 | 624 |
| Literate Population | 2,119 | 1,231 | 888 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,638 | 733 | 905 |
Nearby Villages of Brevi
Brevi 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 Brevi
Brevi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sundernabi to Brevi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Brevi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brevi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brevi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Brevi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brevi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brevi
Where is Brevi located?
Brevi village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Brevi?
Brevi is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Brevi?
The pincode of Brevi is 185201.
What is the population of Brevi?
Brevi had a total population of 3,757, including 1,964 males and 1,793 females.
How many households are there in Brevi?
Brevi had 856 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brevi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brevi was 67.46%. Male literacy was 75.89% and female literacy was 58.46%.