Anantnag Population
As per the 2011 Census, Anantnag District has a population of 10.79 Lac (10,78,692) with 5.60 Lac (5,59,767) males and 5.19 Lac (5,18,925) females.The sex ratio in Anantnag is 928, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Anantnag District is 2.09 Lac (2,08,538) which is 19.33% of Anantnag District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Anantnag District is 841 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Anantnag District is listed as part of JAMMU & KASHMIR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Anantnag Population Census 2011
- Anantnag 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
Anantnag Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Anantnag District current estimated population is projected to be 12.03 Lac (12,02,646), indicating a 11.49% increased from Anantnag's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.18 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.85 Lac.
Anantnag Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Anantnag District estimated population is projected to be 12.11 Lac (12,11,125), projecting a 12.28% increased from Anantnag's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.22 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.90 Lac.
Anantnag Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Anantnag District, with a total Muslim population of 10.57 Lac (10,57,005), accounting for 97.99% of the Anantnag District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 5.43 Lac (5,42,671), and the Muslim female population is around 5.14 Lac (5,14,334).
Anantnag Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Anantnag District, with a total Hindu population of 13.18 k (13,180), accounting for 1.22% of the Anantnag District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 12.01 k (12,010), and the Hindu female population is around 1.17 k (1,170).
Anantnag Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 10,57,005 | 97.99% |
| Hindu | 13,180 | 1.22% |
| Sikh | 6,140 | 0.57% |
| Christian | 1,449 | 0.13% |
| Religion not stated | 849 | 0.08% |
| Buddhist | 55 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 7 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 7 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationAnantnag Urban Population
The Urban population of Anantnag District is 2.83 Lac (2,82,887), with 1.49 Lac (1,48,755) being males and 1.34 Lac (1,34,132) being females, making up 26.23% of the Anantnag total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 902 females for every 1000 males.
Anantnag Rural Population
The Rural population of Anantnag District is 7.96 Lac (7,95,805), with 4.11 Lac (4,11,012) being males and 3.85 Lac (3,84,793) being females, making up 73.77% of the Anantnag total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 937 females for every 1000 males.
Anantnag Literacy Rate
Anantnag District has a literacy rate of 62.69% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Anantnag District is 72.66 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Anantnag District is 52.19 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Anantnag District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 71.97%, while in the rural regions of Anantnag District, it is around 59.25%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Anantnag
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 62.69 | 72.66 | 52.19 |
| Urban Area | 71.97 | 80.71 | 62.42 |
| Rural Area | 59.25 | 69.59 | 48.49 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Anantnag
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 62.03 | 71.79 | 52.02 |
| Hindu | 95.13 | 97.68 | 64.82 |
| Sikh | 87.99 | 95.2 | 77.18 |
| Christian | 70.29 | 79.07 | 57.35 |
Anantnag Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Anantnag District is 1.83 k (1,826) with 1.81 k (1,811) males and 15 (15) females, which is 0.17% of Anantnag District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 9 females for every 1000 males.
Anantnag Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Anantnag District is 1.16 Lac (1,16,006) with 60.99 k (60,990) males and 55.02 k (55,016) females, which is 10.75% of Anantnag District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 903 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Anantnag
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 928 |
| Urban Area | 902 |
| Rural Area | 937 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Anantnag
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 948 |
| Hindu | 98 |
| Sikh | 678 |
| Christian | 715 |
Anantnag Area & Households
The Total Area of Anantnag District is 3,574 Square KM, with a population density of 302 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Anantnag District are 12 and the Total Number of Villages in Anantnag District are 342.The Total Number of households in Anantnag District are 1.54 Lac(1,53,640).
Anantnag Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Anantnag District, there are about 3.90 Lac (3,89,684) workers, making up nearly 36.13% of the Anantnag District total population. Out of these, around 2.44 Lac (2,44,032) are male workers, and about 1.46 Lac (1,45,652) are female workers.
Anantnag - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Anantnag district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,63,720, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,78,692 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2011. The growth rate of 38.58% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 19.25%.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.
Anantnag District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,63,720 to 10,78,692.
- The year 2011 stands out with a growth rate of 38.58%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.64 Lac | ---- | ---- | 87.07 k | 76.65 k |
| 1911 | 1.82 Lac | 18.24 k | 11.14341559 | 97.44 k | 84.53 k |
| 1921 | 1.92 Lac | 10.45 k | 5.744542877 | 1.04 Lac | 88.25 k |
| 1931 | 2.11 Lac | 18.51 k | 9.618692735 | 1.14 Lac | 96.79 k |
| 1941 | 2.23 Lac | 12.22 k | 5.792106199 | 1.21 Lac | 1.02 Lac |
| 1951 | 2.50 Lac | 27.12 k | 12.154144 | 1.35 Lac | 1.15 Lac |
| 1961 | 2.77 Lac | 27.12 k | 10.83699948 | 1.50 Lac | 1.27 Lac |
| 1971 | 3.52 Lac | 74.92 k | 27.00948865 | 1.91 Lac | 1.61 Lac |
| 1981 | 4.46 Lac | 93.22 k | 26.45896726 | 2.36 Lac | 2.10 Lac |
| 1991* | 5.93 Lac | 1.48 Lac | 33.15653618 | 3.12 Lac | 2.82 Lac |
| 2001 | 7.78 Lac | 1.85 Lac | 31.21322098 | 4.07 Lac | 3.71 Lac |
| 2011 | 10.79 Lac | 3.00 Lac | 38.57668472 | 5.60 Lac | 5.19 Lac |
Anantnag - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12.03 Lac (12,02,646) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 12.11 Lac (12,11,125) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 12.19 Lac (12,19,429) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 12.28 Lac (12,27,559) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 12.36 Lac (12,35,689) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 12.44 Lac (12,43,818) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 12.52 Lac (12,51,948) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 12.59 Lac (12,59,290) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 12.66 Lac (12,66,021) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 12.73 Lac (12,72,752) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 12.80 Lac (12,79,570) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 12.86 Lac (12,86,301) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 12.93 Lac (12,93,032) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Anantnag District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 12.93 Lac (12,93,032), with a male population of 6.57 Lac (6,57,227) and a female population of 6.36 Lac (6,36,332). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Anantnag District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.7%.