Kukher

Kukher is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 83km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Kukher village. As per 2009 stats, Ther is the gram panchayat of Kukher village.

Kukher has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kukher

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kukher is 008300. The village spans a total geographical area of 121.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176203. Nurpur is nearest town to Kukher village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kukher village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kukher

Below is a concise population overview of Kukher as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 334 159 175
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 35 19 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 39 23 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 276 135 141
Illiterate Population 58 24 34

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kukher village:

  • The total population of Kukher village is around 334, including approximately 159 males and 175 females, with a sex ratio of 1100 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Kukher village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kukher village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kukher village is about 82.63%, with male literacy at 84.91% and female literacy at 80.57%.
  • There are around 76 households in Kukher village.

Connectivity of Kukher

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kukher. As per the 2011 stats, Kukher had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kukher

Knowing the nearby villages of Kukher helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kukher.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kukher

Where is Kukher located?
Kukher village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukher?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukher is Ther (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kukher?
The pincode of Kukher is 176203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kukher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kukher is 334, with 159 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Kukher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kukher village has a total of 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kukher as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kukher is 82.63%. The male literacy rate is 84.91%, while the female literacy rate is 80.57%.