Kukowal
Kukowal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Kokowal is the gram panchayat of Kukowal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kukowal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Kukowal’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 Kukowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kukowal is 031767. The village spans a total geographical area of 73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 166013. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Kukowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kukowal
Population of Kukowal
According to the 2011 Census, Kukowal has a total population of about 424, with approximately 199 males and 225 females. The sex ratio is around 1130 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 126 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.77%, with male literacy at about 80.40% and female literacy near 77.33%. There are around 109 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kukowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 424 | 199 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 334 | 160 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 39 | 51 |
Connectivity of Kukowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kukowal. As per the 2011 stats, Kukowal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kukowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kukowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kukowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kukowal
- Where is Kukowal located?
- Kukowal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kukowal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kukowal is Kokowal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kukowal?
- The pincode of Kukowal is 166013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kukowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kukowal is 424, with 199 males and 225 females.
- How many households are there in Kukowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kukowal village has a total of 109 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kukowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kukowal is 78.77%. The male literacy rate is 80.40%, while the female literacy rate is 77.33%.