Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Badgam District

Badgam Population

As per the 2011 Census, Badgam District has a population of 7.54 Lac (7,53,745) with 3.98 Lac (3,98,041) males and 3.56 Lac (3,55,704) females.The sex ratio in Badgam is 894, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Badgam District is 1.55 Lac (1,55,202) which is 20.59% of Badgam District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Badgam District is 832 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Badgam District is listed as part of JAMMU & KASHMIR State in INDIA.

7.54 Lac

Toatl Population

3.98 Lac

Male Population

3.56 Lac

Female Population

Badgam Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Badgam District current estimated population is projected to be 8.40 Lac (8,40,359), indicating a 11.49% increased from Badgam's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 4.39 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.01 Lac.

Badgam Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Badgam District estimated population is projected to be 8.46 Lac (8,46,284), projecting a 12.28% increased from Badgam's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.42 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.04 Lac.

Badgam Muslim Population

Muslim is the most popular religion in Badgam District, with a total Muslim population of 7.36 Lac (7,36,054), accounting for 97.65% of the Badgam District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.84 Lac (3,84,281), and the Muslim female population is around 3.52 Lac (3,51,773).

Badgam Hindu Population

Hindu is the second most popular religion in Badgam District, with a total Hindu population of 10.11 k (10,110), accounting for 1.34% of the Badgam District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.12 k (9,119), and the Hindu female population is around 991 (991).

Badgam Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Muslim7,36,05497.65%
Hindu10,1101.34%
Sikh5,5590.74%
Christian1,4890.2%
Religion not stated4780.06%
Buddhist470.01%
Jain60%
Other religions and persuasions20%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Badgam Urban Population

The Urban population of Badgam District is 97.91 k (97,912), with 54.66 k (54,656) being males and 43.26 k (43,256) being females, making up 12.99% of the Badgam total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 792 females for every 1000 males.

Badgam Rural Population

The Rural population of Badgam District is 6.56 Lac (6,55,833), with 3.43 Lac (3,43,385) being males and 3.12 Lac (3,12,448) being females, making up 87.01% of the Badgam total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 910 females for every 1000 males.

Badgam Literacy Rate

Badgam District has a literacy rate of 56.08% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Badgam District is 66.3 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Badgam District is 44.85 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Badgam District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 68.87%, while in the rural regions of Badgam District, it is around 54.01%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Badgam

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 56.08 66.3 44.85
Urban Area 68.87 79.46 55.38
Rural Area 54.01 64 43.29

Literacy Rate by Religion in Badgam

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Muslim 55.08 65.02 44.5
Hindu 95.15 97.61 69.19
Sikh 91.41 97.09 82.74
Christian 71.21 82.16 48.91

Badgam Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Badgam District is 368 (368) with 343 (343) males and 25 (25) females, which is 0.05% of Badgam District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 73 females for every 1000 males.

Badgam Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Badgam District is 23.91 k (23,912) with 12.38 k (12,383) males and 11.53 k (11,529) females, which is 3.17% of Badgam District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 932 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Badgam

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 894
Urban Area 792
Rural Area 910

Sex Ratio by Religion in Badgam

Religion Sex Ratio
Muslim 916
Hindu 109
Sikh 674
Christian 544

Badgam Area & Households

The Total Area of Badgam District is 1,361 Square KM, with a population density of 554 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Badgam District are 9 and the Total Number of Villages in Badgam District are 474.The Total Number of households in Badgam District are 1.03 Lac(1,03,363).

Badgam Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Badgam District, there are about 2.15 Lac (2,14,866) workers, making up nearly 28.51% of the Badgam District total population. Out of these, around 1.63 Lac (1,62,578) are male workers, and about 52.29 k (52,288) are female workers.

Badgam - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Diving deeper into local demographics, Badgam district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,02,536, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 5 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 38.74% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 18.19%.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.

Badgam District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 1,02,536 to 5.
  • The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 38.74%.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 1.03 Lac ---- ---- 54.55 k 47.98 k
1911 1.14 Lac 11.04 k 10.76792541 60.88 k 52.70 k
1921 1.24 Lac 10.33 k 9.097792687 66.79 k 57.12 k
1931 1.42 Lac 18.10 k 14.60979743 77.40 k 64.61 k
1941 1.62 Lac 19.88 k 14.00012675 88.14 k 73.76 k
1951 1.85 Lac 23.40 k 14.45257729 1.01 Lac 84.51 k
1961 2.09 Lac 23.40 k 12.62702854 1.13 Lac 95.22 k
1971 2.61 Lac 52.12 k 24.97388471 1.42 Lac 1.19 Lac
1981 3.62 Lac 1.01 Lac 38.74459372 1.93 Lac 1.69 Lac
1991* 4.63 Lac 1.01 Lac 28.0304098 2.43 Lac 2.20 Lac
2001 6.07 Lac 1.44 Lac 31.05936493 3.14 Lac 2.93 Lac
2011 7.54 Lac 1.47 Lac 24.13843648 3.98 Lac 3.56 Lac
4 5 6 7 8 9
4 5 6 7 8 9

Historical Population of Badgam by Census Year 1901-2011

Badgam - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 8.40 Lac (8,40,359) 11.49%
2025 8.46 Lac (8,46,284) 12.28% 0.79 %
2026 8.52 Lac (8,52,087) 13.05% 0.77 %
2027 8.58 Lac (8,57,767) 13.8% 0.75 %
2028 8.63 Lac (8,63,448) 14.55% 0.75 %
2029 8.69 Lac (8,69,128) 15.31% 0.76 %
2030 8.75 Lac (8,74,809) 16.06% 0.75 %
2031 8.80 Lac (8,79,940) 16.74% 0.68 %
2032 8.85 Lac (8,84,643) 17.37% 0.63 %
2033 8.89 Lac (8,89,346) 17.99% 0.62 %
2034 8.94 Lac (8,94,111) 18.62% 0.63 %
2035 8.99 Lac (8,98,814) 19.25% 0.63 %
2036 9.04 Lac (9,03,517) 19.87% 0.62 %

Projected estimates indicate that Badgam District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 9.04 Lac (9,03,517), with a male population of 4.67 Lac (4,67,343) and a female population of 4.36 Lac (4,36,182). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Badgam District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.7%.

Badgam Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Badgam is 7.54 Lac (7,53,745).

The estimated population of Badgam in 2024 is approximately 8.40 Lac (8,40,359).

Muslim constitute 97.65% of Badgam population, amounting to approximately 7.36 Lac (7,36,054) people.

Hindu constitute 1.34% of Badgam population, totaling around 10.11 k (10,110) people.

Muslim: 97.65%, Hindu: 1.34%, Sikh: 0.74%, Christian: 0.2%, Religion not stated: 0.06%, Buddhist: 0.01%, Jain: 0%, Other religions and persuasions: 0%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Badgam is 368 (0.05%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 23.91 k (3.17%).

In Badgam, 97.91 k (12.99%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 6.56 Lac (87.01%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badgam is 56.08%, with male literacy at 66.3% and female literacy at 44.85%.

The sex ratio in Badgam is 894 females for every 1000 males.

Badgam population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.7% up to 2036.