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.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Baramula Population Census 2011
- Baramula 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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 9,59,185 | 95.15% |
| Hindu | 30,621 | 3.04% |
| Sikh | 14,770 | 1.47% |
| Religion not stated | 1,790 | 0.18% |
| Christian | 1,497 | 0.15% |
| Buddhist | 140 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 29 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 7 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBaramula 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 |
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 0.7%.