puukukaveista

Puukukåveista is a rural district in the municipality of Pajala in Norrbotten County, Sweden. It is located in the northern part of Torne Valley. The district is situated near the Finnish border and is approximately 150 kilometers north of the town of Gällivare. Puukukåveista is a small and sparsely populated area, mostly consisting of agricultural lands and forests.

The name "Puukukåveista" is derived from the Sami language, where "puuke" means "inlet" or "bay", and "kovista" refers to a " corral" or an enclosed area. This name likely refers to the layout of the lands and the traditional Sami practice of enclosures for livestock.

The district has a small population and mostly is home to farmers and herders. The area provides a communal grazing ground for the local reindeer herders. Other important industries in the area include forestry and hunting. The closest significant urban center is the town of Pajala, which serves as a regional service center and includes healthcare facilities, schools, and shopping.

Access to the area is possible via paved road from Pajala. Local public transportation may be available, but is limited. Winter conditions and limited access infrastructure make the region suitable mostly for those who have rural accommodation and experience in managing winter conditions.

Historically, the area saw Finnish-Swedish population exchange. The herding and farming systems have feasible affinities with Finland, anchoring to little isolation.