Kokmang Union Council facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kukmang
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Beautiful view of Pir Panjal Mountain range from Kukmang
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| Country |  Pakistan |
| Province | Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa |
| District | Abbottabad |
| Tehsil | Abbottabad |
| Population
(2017 Census of Pakistan)
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| • Total | 12,117 |
Kukmang is a town in Pakistan. It is one of the 51 union councils in the Abbottabad District. A union council is like a local government area. It helps manage the town and nearby villages. Kukmang is located in the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province.
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A Look at Kukmang's History
Many families in Kukmang belong to the Abbasi and Qureshi groups. These groups have a long history.
Why People Moved to Kukmang
Around the 700s, there were many conflicts in the Arab world. Different groups fought for power. Because of these troubles, many people decided to leave their homes.
They moved to different places, including areas in what is now Pakistan. They wanted to find a safer place to live. This is how some of the first families came to settle in Kukmang.
Where is Kukmang Located?
Kukmang is found in the northeast part of the Abbottabad district. It sits at an average height of about 1,208 meters (3,966 feet) above sea level. This makes it quite high up!
Kukmang's Neighbors
Kukmang shares its borders with several other places. To the north, it borders Boi. The Kunhar River is to its northeast.
To the east, you'll find Pattan Kalan. Rankot is to the west, and Tandyani is to the southwest. East of the Kunhar River, you can see the beautiful, snow-covered Pir Panjal mountain range. This range is part of Kashmir.
Understanding Kukmang's Weather
Kukmang has different types of weather. This is because some parts of the town are very high up, while others are lower. For example, areas like Haryala and Kukmar are higher. Places like Devli, Bandi, and Palhair are lower.
How Altitude Changes Weather
In the higher parts of Kukmang, winters are cold and snowy. Summers are cooler, and it rains a lot more there. Fog is also very common.
In the lower parts, the weather is different. Temperatures can reach up to 35°C (95°F) in mid-summer. But in winter, temperatures can drop below 0°C (32°F). So, depending on where you are in Kukmang, the weather can feel quite different!
