Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Baramula District

Baramula Population

As per the 2011 Census, Baramula District has a population of 10.08 Lac (10,08,039) with 5.35 Lac (5,34,733) males and 4.73 Lac (4,73,306) females.The sex ratio in Baramula is 886, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Baramula District is 1.65 Lac (1,64,581) which is 16.33% of Baramula District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Baramula District is 864 females for every 1000 males.

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

10.08 Lac

Toatl Population

5.35 Lac

Male Population

4.73 Lac

Female Population

Baramula Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Baramula District current estimated population is projected to be 11.24 Lac (11,23,874), indicating a 11.49% increased from Baramula's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 5.90 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.34 Lac.

Baramula Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Baramula District estimated population is projected to be 11.32 Lac (11,31,798), projecting a 12.28% increased from Baramula's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 5.94 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.38 Lac.

Baramula Muslim Population

Muslim is the most popular religion in Baramula District, with a total Muslim population of 9.59 Lac (9,59,185), accounting for 95.15% of the Baramula District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 4.95 Lac (4,95,434), and the Muslim female population is around 4.64 Lac (4,63,751).

Baramula Hindu Population

Hindu is the second most popular religion in Baramula District, with a total Hindu population of 30.62 k (30,621), accounting for 3.04% of the Baramula District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 28.10 k (28,099), and the Hindu female population is around 2.52 k (2,522).

Baramula Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Muslim9,59,18595.15%
Hindu30,6213.04%
Sikh14,7701.47%
Religion not stated1,7900.18%
Christian1,4970.15%
Buddhist1400.01%
Jain290%
Other religions and persuasions70%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Baramula Urban Population

The Urban population of Baramula District is 1.83 Lac (1,82,500), with 1.02 Lac (1,02,334) being males and 80.17 k (80,166) being females, making up 18.1% of the Baramula total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 784 females for every 1000 males.

Baramula Rural Population

The Rural population of Baramula District is 8.26 Lac (8,25,539), with 4.32 Lac (4,32,399) being males and 3.93 Lac (3,93,140) being females, making up 81.9% of the Baramula total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 910 females for every 1000 males.

Baramula Literacy Rate

Baramula District has a literacy rate of 64.63% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Baramula District is 75.53 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Baramula District is 52.38 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Baramula District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 76.01%, while in the rural regions of Baramula District, it is around 61.96%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Baramula

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 64.63 75.53 52.38
Urban Area 76.01 84.38 65.21
Rural Area 61.96 73.28 49.63

Literacy Rate by Religion in Baramula

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Muslim 62.94 73.52 51.82
Hindu 95.87 98.11 67.21
Sikh 93.16 96.83 87.16
Religion not stated 69.34 77.97 57.61

Baramula Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Baramula District is 1.48 k (1,476) with 1.45 k (1,451) males and 25 (25) females, which is 0.15% of Baramula District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 18 females for every 1000 males.

Baramula Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Baramula District is 37.71 k (37,705) with 20.24 k (20,237) males and 17.47 k (17,468) females, which is 3.74% of Baramula District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 864 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Baramula

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 886
Urban Area 784
Rural Area 910

Sex Ratio by Religion in Baramula

Religion Sex Ratio
Muslim 937
Hindu 90
Sikh 628
Religion not stated 754

Baramula Area & Households

The Total Area of Baramula District is 4,243 Square KM, with a population density of 238 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Baramula District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in Baramula District are 518.The Total Number of households in Baramula District are 1.53 Lac(1,52,635).

Baramula Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Baramula District, there are about 3.04 Lac (3,04,200) workers, making up nearly 30.18% of the Baramula District total population. Out of these, around 2.50 Lac (2,49,581) are male workers, and about 54.62 k (54,619) are female workers.

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

Diving deeper into local demographics, Baramula district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,55,387, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,08,039 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 32.14% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 18.91%.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.

Baramula District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 1,55,387 to 10,08,039.
  • The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 32.14%.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 1.55 Lac ---- ---- 82.71 k 72.68 k
1911 1.75 Lac 19.27 k 12.40386905 92.64 k 82.03 k
1921 1.93 Lac 18.47 k 10.57534309 1.04 Lac 89.54 k
1931 2.15 Lac 22.15 k 11.47091109 1.15 Lac 99.85 k
1941 2.38 Lac 22.85 k 10.61378817 1.28 Lac 1.10 Lac
1951 2.62 Lac 23.80 k 9.99386905 1.41 Lac 1.21 Lac
1961 2.86 Lac 23.80 k 9.085841907 1.54 Lac 1.32 Lac
1971 3.74 Lac 88.44 k 30.9522143 2.02 Lac 1.73 Lac
1981 4.90 Lac 1.16 Lac 30.97000067 2.61 Lac 2.29 Lac
1991* 6.39 Lac 1.49 Lac 30.31830991 3.37 Lac 3.01 Lac
2001 8.44 Lac 2.05 Lac 32.14016166 4.43 Lac 4.01 Lac
2011 10.08 Lac 1.64 Lac 19.4511857 5.35 Lac 4.73 Lac

Historical Population of Baramula by Census Year 1901-2011

Baramula - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 11.24 Lac (11,23,874) 11.49%
2025 11.32 Lac (11,31,798) 12.28% 0.79 %
2026 11.40 Lac (11,39,558) 13.05% 0.77 %
2027 11.47 Lac (11,47,155) 13.8% 0.75 %
2028 11.55 Lac (11,54,752) 14.55% 0.75 %
2029 11.62 Lac (11,62,350) 15.31% 0.76 %
2030 11.70 Lac (11,69,947) 16.06% 0.75 %
2031 11.77 Lac (11,76,808) 16.74% 0.68 %
2032 11.83 Lac (11,83,098) 17.37% 0.63 %
2033 11.89 Lac (11,89,388) 17.99% 0.62 %
2034 11.96 Lac (11,95,760) 18.62% 0.63 %
2035 12.02 Lac (12,02,050) 19.25% 0.63 %
2036 12.08 Lac (12,08,340) 19.87% 0.62 %

Projected estimates indicate that Baramula District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 12.08 Lac (12,08,340), with a male population of 6.28 Lac (6,27,834) and a female population of 5.80 Lac (5,80,392). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Baramula District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.79%.