Doda Population
As per the 2011 Census, Doda District has a population of 4.10 Lac (4,09,936) with 2.14 Lac (2,13,641) males and 1.96 Lac (1,96,295) females.The sex ratio in Doda is 919, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Doda District is 71.24 k (71,240) which is 17.38% of Doda District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Doda District is 933 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Doda District is listed as part of JAMMU & KASHMIR State in INDIA.
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Doda Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Doda District current estimated population is projected to be 4.57 Lac (4,57,043), indicating a 11.49% increased from Doda's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 2.36 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.21 Lac.
Doda Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Doda District estimated population is projected to be 4.60 Lac (4,60,265), projecting a 12.28% increased from Doda's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 2.37 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.23 Lac.
Doda Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Doda District, with a total Muslim population of 2.21 Lac (2,20,614), accounting for 53.82% of the Doda District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.14 Lac (1,14,372), and the Muslim female population is around 1.06 Lac (1,06,242).
Doda Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Doda District, with a total Hindu population of 1.88 Lac (1,87,621), accounting for 45.77% of the Doda District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 98.25 k (98,252), and the Hindu female population is around 89.37 k (89,369).
Doda Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 2,20,614 | 53.82% |
| Hindu | 1,87,621 | 45.77% |
| Religion not stated | 722 | 0.18% |
| Christian | 472 | 0.12% |
| Sikh | 422 | 0.1% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 42 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 22 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 21 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDoda Urban Population
The Urban population of Doda District is 32.69 k (32,689), with 18.21 k (18,211) being males and 14.48 k (14,478) being females, making up 7.97% of the Doda total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 796 females for every 1000 males.
Doda Rural Population
The Rural population of Doda District is 3.77 Lac (3,77,247), with 1.95 Lac (1,95,430) being males and 1.82 Lac (1,81,817) being females, making up 92.03% of the Doda total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 931 females for every 1000 males.
Doda Literacy Rate
Doda District has a literacy rate of 64.68% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Doda District is 78.41 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Doda District is 49.69 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Doda District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.61%, while in the rural regions of Doda District, it is around 62.75%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Doda
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64.68 | 78.41 | 49.69 |
| Urban Area | 85.61 | 92.46 | 76.94 |
| Rural Area | 62.75 | 77.02 | 47.38 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Doda
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 61.11 | 74.67 | 46.47 |
| Hindu | 68.69 | 82.55 | 53.4 |
| Religion not stated | 57.99 | 77.94 | 37.59 |
| Christian | 71.29 | 83.22 | 44 |
Doda Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Doda District is 53.41 k (53,408) with 27.21 k (27,209) males and 26.20 k (26,199) females, which is 13.03% of Doda District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 963 females for every 1000 males.
Doda Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Doda District is 39.22 k (39,216) with 20.38 k (20,377) males and 18.84 k (18,839) females, which is 9.57% of Doda District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 925 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Doda
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 |
| Urban Area | 796 |
| Rural Area | 931 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Doda
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 929 |
| Hindu | 910 |
| Religion not stated | 989 |
| Christian | 457 |
Doda Area & Households
The Total Area of Doda District is 8,912 Square KM, with a population density of 46 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Doda District are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Doda District are 406.The Total Number of households in Doda District are 79.64 k(79,636).
Doda Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Doda District, there are about 1.52 Lac (1,51,912) workers, making up nearly 37.06% of the Doda District total population. Out of these, around 1.01 Lac (1,01,144) are male workers, and about 50.77 k (50,768) are female workers.
Doda - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Doda district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 67,857, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 4,09,936 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 29.49% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 18.17%.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.
Doda District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 67,857 to 4,09,936.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 29.49%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 67.86 k | ---- | ---- | 35.57 k | 32.29 k |
| 1911 | 73.35 k | 5.49 k | 8.09496441 | 38.29 k | 35.06 k |
| 1921 | 73.99 k | 638 | 0.869802318 | 38.80 k | 35.19 k |
| 1931 | 84.11 k | 10.12 k | 13.673839 | 44.25 k | 39.86 k |
| 1941 | 90.32 k | 6.21 k | 7.386005588 | 47.32 k | 43.00 k |
| 1951 | 1.05 Lac | 14.92 k | 16.52291374 | 55.27 k | 49.97 k |
| 1961 | 1.20 Lac | 14.92 k | 14.17996959 | 63.20 k | 56.97 k |
| 1971 | 1.56 Lac | 35.43 k | 29.48578181 | 81.80 k | 73.79 k |
| 1981 | 1.97 Lac | 41.75 k | 26.83201152 | 1.02 Lac | 95.09 k |
| 1991* | 2.53 Lac | 56.05 k | 28.40333835 | 1.33 Lac | 1.21 Lac |
| 2001 | 3.20 Lac | 66.86 k | 26.38607707 | 1.67 Lac | 1.53 Lac |
| 2011 | 4.10 Lac | 89.68 k | 28.00259792 | 2.14 Lac | 1.96 Lac |
Doda - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4.57 Lac (4,57,043) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 4.60 Lac (4,60,265) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 4.63 Lac (4,63,421) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 4.67 Lac (4,66,510) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 4.70 Lac (4,69,600) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 4.73 Lac (4,72,689) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 4.76 Lac (4,75,779) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 4.79 Lac (4,78,569) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 4.81 Lac (4,81,127) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 4.84 Lac (4,83,685) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 4.86 Lac (4,86,276) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 4.89 Lac (4,88,834) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 4.91 Lac (4,91,392) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Doda District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 4.91 Lac (4,91,392), with a male population of 2.51 Lac (2,50,838) and a female population of 2.41 Lac (2,40,707). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Doda District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.7%.