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.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Badgam Population Census 2011
- Badgam 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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 7,36,054 | 97.65% |
| Hindu | 10,110 | 1.34% |
| Sikh | 5,559 | 0.74% |
| Christian | 1,489 | 0.2% |
| Religion not stated | 478 | 0.06% |
| Buddhist | 47 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 6 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBadgam 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 |
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%.