Brinda - Gumla
Brinda is a village situated in the Gumla subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brinda and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Brinda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brinda is 376009. The village covers a total geographical area of 1456.66 hectares and falls under the 835207 pincode. Gumla is the nearest town.
Brinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gumla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brinda
As per Census 2011, Brinda village has a total population of 2,081 people, consisting of 1,037 males and 1,044 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 393 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 951 literate and 1,130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,360 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brinda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,081 | 1,037 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 393 | 203 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,360 | 676 | 684 |
| Literate Population | 951 | 571 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,130 | 466 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Brinda
Brinda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jorag | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Taisra | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Dumardih | North | 3.10 km |
| Urmi | North | 3.11 km |
| Semra | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Tarri | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Koinara | East | 4.08 km |
| Bargaon | East | 4.21 km |
| Ludamkothatoli | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Bangru | North-East | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Brinda
Brinda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bakaspur, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gumla to Brinda is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brinda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Brinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brinda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Brinda
Where is Brinda located?
Brinda village is located in Gumla Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brinda?
Brinda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Brinda?
The pincode of Brinda is 835207.
What is the population of Brinda?
Brinda has a total population of 2,081, including 1,037 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Brinda?
There are 378 households in Brinda.
What is the literacy rate in Brinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brinda is 45.70%. Male literacy is 55.06% and female literacy is 36.40%.