Kukerwas - Drabshala, Kishtwar
Kukerwas is a village situated in the Drabshala tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 26 km from Kishtwar and around 26 km from Kishtwar. Kukerwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukerwas is 004715. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.6 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Kukerwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukerwas
As per Census 2011, Kukerwas village has a total population of 246 people, consisting of 127 males and 119 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukerwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 246 | 127 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 82 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 45 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Kukerwas
Kukerwas 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 Kukerwas
Kukerwas 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Kukerwas is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Kukerwas is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukerwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukerwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kukerwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukerwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kukerwas
Where is Kukerwas located?
Kukerwas village is located in Drabshala Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukerwas?
Kukerwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kukerwas?
The pincode of Kukerwas is 182204.
What is the population of Kukerwas?
Kukerwas has a total population of 246, including 127 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Kukerwas?
There are 50 households in Kukerwas.
What is the literacy rate in Kukerwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukerwas is 48.78%. Male literacy is 64.57% and female literacy is 31.93%.