Jammu & Kashmir Population
As per the 2011 Census, Jammu & Kashmir State has a population of 1.25 Cr (1,25,41,302) with 66.41 Lac (66,40,662) males and 59.01 Lac (59,00,640) females.The sex ratio in Jammu & Kashmir is 889, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Jammu & Kashmir State is 20.19 Lac (20,18,905) which is 16.1% of Jammu & Kashmir State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Jammu & Kashmir State is 862 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Jammu & Kashmir State is listed as part of the North region of India .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Jammu & Kashmir Population Census 2011
- Jammu & Kashmir Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
Jammu & Kashmir Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Jammu & Kashmir State current estimated population is projected to be 1.40 Cr (1,39,82,434), indicating a 11.49% increased from Jammu & Kashmir's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 73.26 Lac, and the estimated female population is 66.55 Lac.
Jammu & Kashmir Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Jammu & Kashmir State estimated population is projected to be 1.41 Cr (1,40,81,017), projecting a 12.28% increased from Jammu & Kashmir's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 73.73 Lac, and the estimated female population is 67.09 Lac.
Jammu & Kashmir Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Jammu & Kashmir State, with a total Muslim population of 85.67 Lac (85,67,485), accounting for 68.31% of the Jammu & Kashmir State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 44.29 Lac (44,28,774), and the Muslim female population is around 41.39 Lac (41,38,711).
Jammu & Kashmir Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Jammu & Kashmir State, with a total Hindu population of 35.67 Lac (35,66,674), accounting for 28.44% of the Jammu & Kashmir State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 19.87 Lac (19,87,021), and the Hindu female population is around 15.80 Lac (15,79,653).
Jammu & Kashmir Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 85,67,485 | 68.31% |
| Hindu | 35,66,674 | 28.44% |
| Sikh | 2,34,848 | 1.87% |
| Buddhist | 1,12,584 | 0.9% |
| Christian | 35,631 | 0.28% |
| Religion not stated | 20,082 | 0.16% |
| Jain | 2,490 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,508 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationJammu & Kashmir Urban Population
The Urban population of Jammu & Kashmir State is 34.33 Lac (34,33,242), with 18.66 Lac (18,66,185) being males and 15.67 Lac (15,67,057) being females, making up 27.38% of the Jammu & Kashmir total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 840 females for every 1000 males.
Jammu & Kashmir Rural Population
The Rural population of Jammu & Kashmir State is 91.08 Lac (91,08,060), with 47.74 Lac (47,74,477) being males and 43.34 Lac (43,33,583) being females, making up 72.62% of the Jammu & Kashmir total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 908 females for every 1000 males.
Jammu & Kashmir Literacy Rate
Jammu & Kashmir State has a literacy rate of 67.16% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Jammu & Kashmir State is 76.75 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Jammu & Kashmir State is 56.43 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Jammu & Kashmir State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 77.12%, while in the rural regions of Jammu & Kashmir State, it is around 63.18%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Jammu & Kashmir
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67.16 | 76.75 | 56.43 |
| Urban Area | 77.12 | 83.92 | 69.01 |
| Rural Area | 63.18 | 73.76 | 51.64 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Jammu & Kashmir
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 61.03 | 71.02 | 50.5 |
| Hindu | 79.09 | 87.16 | 68.87 |
| Sikh | 90.82 | 94.89 | 85.53 |
| Buddhist | 68.79 | 77.3 | 60.27 |
Jammu & Kashmir Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Jammu & Kashmir State is 9.25 Lac (9,24,991) with 4.86 Lac (4,86,232) males and 4.39 Lac (4,38,759) females, which is 7.38% of Jammu & Kashmir State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 903 females for every 1000 males.
Jammu & Kashmir Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Jammu & Kashmir State is 14.93 Lac (14,93,299) with 7.76 Lac (7,76,257) males and 7.17 Lac (7,17,042) females, which is 11.91% of Jammu & Kashmir State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 924 females for every 1000 males.
Jammu & Kashmir Slum Population
Slum Population in Jammu & Kashmir State is 6.62 Lac (6,62,062) with 3.42 Lac (3,42,422) males and 3.20 Lac (3,19,640) females, which is 5.28% of Jammu & Kashmir State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 934 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Jammu & Kashmir State are 1.04 Lac (1,03,633).
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Jammu & Kashmir
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 889 |
| Urban Area | 840 |
| Rural Area | 908 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Jammu & Kashmir
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 935 |
| Hindu | 795 |
| Sikh | 768 |
| Buddhist | 995 |
Jammu & Kashmir Area & Households
The Total Area of Jammu & Kashmir State is 2,22,236 Square KM, with a population density of 124 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Jammu & Kashmir State are 122 and the Total Number of Villages in Jammu & Kashmir State are 6,553.The Total Number of households in Jammu & Kashmir State are 21.20 Lac(21,19,718).
Jammu & Kashmir Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Jammu & Kashmir State, there are about 43.23 Lac (43,22,713) workers, making up nearly 34.47% of the Jammu & Kashmir State total population. Out of these, around 31.95 Lac (31,95,090) are male workers, and about 11.28 Lac (11,27,623) are female workers.
Jammu & Kashmir - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Jammu & Kashmir state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 21,39,362, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 1,25,41,302 by the dataset's conclusion.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991 *. The growth rate of 30.89% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 17.87%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Jammu & Kashmir State population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 21,39,362 to 1,25,41,302.
- The year 1991 * stands out with a growth rate of 30.89%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 21.39 Lac | ---- | ---- | 11.37 Lac | 10.03 Lac |
| 1911 | 22.93 Lac | 1.53 Lac | 7.159751365 | 12.22 Lac | 10.70 Lac |
| 1921 | 24.24 Lac | 1.32 Lac | 5.750141219 | 12.96 Lac | 11.28 Lac |
| 1931 | 26.70 Lac | 2.46 Lac | 10.14078361 | 14.32 Lac | 12.38 Lac |
| 1941 | 29.47 Lac | 2.77 Lac | 10.35574757 | 15.77 Lac | 13.70 Lac |
| 1951 | 32.54 Lac | 3.07 Lac | 10.42254324 | 17.37 Lac | 15.17 Lac |
| 1961 | 35.61 Lac | 3.07 Lac | 9.438782096 | 18.97 Lac | 16.64 Lac |
| 1971 | 46.17 Lac | 10.56 Lac | 29.645131 | 24.58 Lac | 21.58 Lac |
| 1981 | 59.87 Lac | 13.71 Lac | 29.69171032 | 31.65 Lac | 28.23 Lac |
| 1991 * | 78.37 Lac | 18.50 Lac | 30.89263116 | 41.42 Lac | 36.95 Lac |
| 2001 | 1.01 Cr | 23.07 Lac | 29.43261439 | 53.61 Lac | 47.83 Lac |
| 2011 | 1.25 Cr | 23.98 Lac | 23.63636543 | 66.41 Lac | 59.01 Lac |
Note:-
i) * The 1991 Census was not held in Jammu & Kashmir. Hence the population figures for 1991 of Jammu and Kashmir and its districts have been worked out by 'Interpolation'.
ii) 1951 population are the arthmatic mean of 1941 and 1961 population.
iii) Population of 41 villages fully and 3 villages partly of Akhnoor Tahsil (Distric Jammu) falling on the other side of line of control referred to in the Simla Agreement, 1972 has been adjusted in districts Udhampur, Kathua and Jammu on pro data basis.
iv) Population of villages transferred after 1971 conflict to Kupwara, Kargil, Ladakh and Punch districts from other side of line of control referred to in the Simla Agreement of 1972 has not been included.
Jammu & Kashmir - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.40 Cr (1,39,82,434) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.41 Cr (1,40,81,017) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.42 Cr (1,41,77,566) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.43 Cr (1,42,72,083) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.44 Cr (1,43,66,601) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.45 Cr (1,44,61,118) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.46 Cr (1,45,55,635) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.46 Cr (1,46,41,005) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.47 Cr (1,47,19,261) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.48 Cr (1,47,97,517) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.49 Cr (1,48,76,790) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.50 Cr (1,49,55,046) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.50 Cr (1,50,33,302) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Jammu & Kashmir State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.50 Cr (1,50,33,302), with a male population of 77.97 Lac (77,96,845) and a female population of 72.36 Lac (72,35,659). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Jammu & Kashmir State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.79%.