[3] The etymology of the word 'Kokernag' (Kashmiri: کۄکرناگ) is controversial and there are various theories, none of which has any conclusive historical proof.

The springs gush out of the base of a thickly wooded hill from where it divides into channels, which resembles the claw-foot of a hen, hence the name.

Yet another theory is that the word Kokernag originates from Koh (Mountain) kan (from or under) nag (spring).

Towns situated around Kokernag are Wangam, Devalgam, Hangalgund, Nagam, Sagam, Zalengam, Magam, and Soaf Shali.

Under the extension program of this project, 59 trout rearing units/hatcheries have been established in almost all the districts of the state, including Leh and Kargil.

The trout is made readily available to the common man at all the rearing units of the department, including a special sale outlet at Gagribal.

[8] The state's first rural mart has been set up in Kokernag to promote and market the handicraft products manufactured by the local women self help groups, by NABARD.