Bandipore Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bandipore District has a population of 3.92 Lac (3,92,232) with 2.08 Lac (2,07,680) males and 1.85 Lac (1,84,552) females.The sex ratio in Bandipore is 889, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bandipore District is 61.75 k (61,754) which is 15.74% of Bandipore District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bandipore District is 892 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bandipore District is listed as part of JAMMU & KASHMIR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bandipore Population Census 2011
- Bandipore 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
Bandipore Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bandipore District current estimated population is projected to be 4.37 Lac (4,37,304), indicating a 11.49% increased from Bandipore's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 2.29 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.08 Lac.
Bandipore Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bandipore District estimated population is projected to be 4.40 Lac (4,40,387), projecting a 12.28% increased from Bandipore's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 2.31 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.10 Lac.
Bandipore Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Bandipore District, with a total Muslim population of 3.82 Lac (3,82,006), accounting for 97.39% of the Bandipore District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.98 Lac (1,98,322), and the Muslim female population is around 1.84 Lac (1,83,684).
Bandipore Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Bandipore District, with a total Hindu population of 8.44 k (8,439), accounting for 2.15% of the Bandipore District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.06 k (8,061), and the Hindu female population is around 378 (378).
Bandipore Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 3,82,006 | 97.39% |
| Hindu | 8,439 | 2.15% |
| Religion not stated | 597 | 0.15% |
| Christian | 572 | 0.15% |
| Sikh | 555 | 0.14% |
| Buddhist | 44 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 17 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBandipore Urban Population
The Urban population of Bandipore District is 65.36 k (65,361), with 35.42 k (35,417) being males and 29.94 k (29,944) being females, making up 16.66% of the Bandipore total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 846 females for every 1000 males.
Bandipore Rural Population
The Rural population of Bandipore District is 3.27 Lac (3,26,871), with 1.72 Lac (1,72,263) being males and 1.55 Lac (1,54,608) being females, making up 83.34% of the Bandipore total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 898 females for every 1000 males.
Bandipore Literacy Rate
Bandipore District has a literacy rate of 56.28% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bandipore District is 66.88 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bandipore District is 44.34 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Bandipore District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 65.45%, while in the rural regions of Bandipore District, it is around 54.33%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bandipore
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56.28 | 66.88 | 44.34 |
| Urban Area | 65.45 | 75.94 | 52.96 |
| Rural Area | 54.33 | 64.9 | 42.58 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bandipore
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 55.1 | 65.2 | 44.28 |
| Hindu | 97.64 | 98.78 | 68.27 |
| Religion not stated | 64.06 | 72.48 | 52.63 |
| Christian | 68.98 | 79.6 | 46.39 |
Bandipore Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bandipore District is 392 (392) with 375 (375) males and 17 (17) females, which is 0.1% of Bandipore District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 46 females for every 1000 males.
Bandipore Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bandipore District is 75.37 k (75,374) with 39.40 k (39,398) males and 35.98 k (35,976) females, which is 19.22% of Bandipore District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 914 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bandipore
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 889 |
| Urban Area | 846 |
| Rural Area | 898 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bandipore
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 927 |
| Hindu | 47 |
| Religion not stated | 711 |
| Christian | 506 |
Bandipore Area & Households
The Total Area of Bandipore District is 345 Square KM, with a population density of 1,137 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bandipore District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Bandipore District are 122.The Total Number of households in Bandipore District are 58.39 k(58,392).
Bandipore Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bandipore District, there are about 1.49 Lac (1,49,317) workers, making up nearly 38.07% of the Bandipore District total population. Out of these, around 1.01 Lac (1,01,380) are male workers, and about 47.94 k (47,937) are female workers.
Bandipore - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bandipore district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 53,623, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 3,92,232 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991*. The growth rate of 40.48% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 20.32%.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.
Bandipore District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 53,623 to 3,92,232.
- The year 1991* stands out with a growth rate of 40.48%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 53.62 k | ---- | ---- | 28.54 k | 25.08 k |
| 1911 | 60.27 k | 6.65 k | 12.4032598 | 31.97 k | 28.31 k |
| 1921 | 66.65 k | 6.37 k | 10.57504065 | 35.75 k | 30.90 k |
| 1931 | 74.29 k | 7.65 k | 11.4707118 | 39.84 k | 34.46 k |
| 1941 | 82.18 k | 7.89 k | 10.61472817 | 44.09 k | 38.09 k |
| 1951 | 90.39 k | 8.21 k | 9.99282055 | 48.65 k | 41.74 k |
| 1961 | 98.60 k | 8.21 k | 9.086081579 | 53.78 k | 44.82 k |
| 1971 | 1.29 Lac | 30.75 k | 31.18737577 | 70.38 k | 58.97 k |
| 1981 | 1.68 Lac | 38.83 k | 30.01561582 | 90.84 k | 77.35 k |
| 1991* | 2.36 Lac | 68.08 k | 40.48090473 | 1.26 Lac | 1.11 Lac |
| 2001 | 3.05 Lac | 68.62 k | 29.04408186 | 1.61 Lac | 1.44 Lac |
| 2011 | 3.92 Lac | 87.35 k | 28.64874084 | 2.08 Lac | 1.85 Lac |
Bandipore - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4.37 Lac (4,37,304) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 4.40 Lac (4,40,387) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 4.43 Lac (4,43,407) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 4.46 Lac (4,46,363) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 4.49 Lac (4,49,319) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 4.52 Lac (4,52,275) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 4.55 Lac (4,55,231) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 4.58 Lac (4,57,901) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 4.60 Lac (4,60,349) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 4.63 Lac (4,62,796) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 4.65 Lac (4,65,275) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 4.68 Lac (4,67,723) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 4.70 Lac (4,70,170) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bandipore District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 4.70 Lac (4,70,170), with a male population of 2.44 Lac (2,43,839) and a female population of 2.26 Lac (2,26,307). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Bandipore District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.79%.