Kukrusa
Kukrusa is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Kukrosa is the gram panchayat of Kukrusa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kukrusa unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Kukrusa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kukrusa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kukrusa is 000148. The village spans a total geographical area of 217.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193223. Handwara is nearest town to Kukrusa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kukrusa
Population of Kukrusa
According to the 2011 Census, Kukrusa has a total population of about 2,525, with approximately 1,317 males and 1,208 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 623 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.45%, with male literacy at about 54.90% and female literacy near 39.32%. There are around 352 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kukrusa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,525 | 1,317 | 1,208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 623 | 333 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,198 | 723 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,327 | 594 | 733 |
Connectivity of Kukrusa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kukrusa. As per the 2011 stats, Kukrusa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kukrusa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kukrusa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kukrusa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kukrusa
- Where is Kukrusa located?
- Kukrusa village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kukrusa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kukrusa is Kukrosa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kukrusa?
- The pincode of Kukrusa is 193223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kukrusa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kukrusa is 2,525, with 1,317 males and 1,208 females.
- How many households are there in Kukrusa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kukrusa village has a total of 352 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kukrusa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kukrusa is 47.45%. The male literacy rate is 54.90%, while the female literacy rate is 39.32%.