Jammu Population
As per the 2011 Census, Jammu District has a population of 15.30 Lac (15,29,958) with 8.14 Lac (8,13,821) males and 7.16 Lac (7,16,137) females.The sex ratio in Jammu is 880, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Jammu District is 1.67 Lac (1,67,363) which is 10.94% of Jammu District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Jammu District is 795 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Jammu District is listed as part of JAMMU & KASHMIR State in INDIA.
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Jammu Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Jammu District current estimated population is projected to be 17.06 Lac (17,05,767), indicating a 11.49% increased from Jammu's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.98 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.08 Lac.
Jammu Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Jammu District estimated population is projected to be 17.18 Lac (17,17,794), projecting a 12.28% increased from Jammu's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 9.04 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.14 Lac.
Jammu Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Jammu District, with a total Hindu population of 12.89 Lac (12,89,240), accounting for 84.27% of the Jammu District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.86 Lac (6,85,679), and the Hindu female population is around 6.04 Lac (6,03,561).
Jammu Sikh Population
Sikh is the second most popular religion in Jammu District, with a total Sikh population of 1.14 Lac (1,14,272), accounting for 7.47% of the Jammu District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 61.10 k (61,098), and the Sikh female population is around 53.17 k (53,174).
Jammu Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 12,89,240 | 84.27% |
| Sikh | 1,14,272 | 7.47% |
| Muslim | 1,07,489 | 7.03% |
| Christian | 12,104 | 0.79% |
| Religion not stated | 4,075 | 0.27% |
| Jain | 1,987 | 0.13% |
| Buddhist | 470 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 321 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationJammu Urban Population
The Urban population of Jammu District is 7.65 Lac (7,65,013), with 4.12 Lac (4,12,218) being males and 3.53 Lac (3,52,795) being females, making up 50% of the Jammu total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 856 females for every 1000 males.
Jammu Rural Population
The Rural population of Jammu District is 7.65 Lac (7,64,945), with 4.02 Lac (4,01,603) being males and 3.63 Lac (3,63,342) being females, making up 50% of the Jammu total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 905 females for every 1000 males.
Jammu Literacy Rate
Jammu District has a literacy rate of 83.45% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Jammu District is 89.08 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Jammu District is 77.13 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Jammu District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.51%, while in the rural regions of Jammu District, it is around 78.24%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Jammu
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83.45 | 89.08 | 77.13 |
| Urban Area | 88.51 | 92.39 | 83.99 |
| Rural Area | 78.24 | 85.56 | 70.33 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Jammu
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 84.1 | 89.79 | 77.73 |
| Sikh | 91.5 | 94.62 | 87.99 |
| Muslim | 66.27 | 74.28 | 57.23 |
| Christian | 80.18 | 85.42 | 74.15 |
Jammu Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Jammu District is 3.78 Lac (3,77,991) with 1.98 Lac (1,97,610) males and 1.80 Lac (1,80,381) females, which is 24.71% of Jammu District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 913 females for every 1000 males.
Jammu Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Jammu District is 69.19 k (69,193) with 36.32 k (36,323) males and 32.87 k (32,870) females, which is 4.52% of Jammu District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 905 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Jammu
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 880 |
| Urban Area | 856 |
| Rural Area | 905 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Jammu
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 881 |
| Sikh | 871 |
| Muslim | 889 |
| Christian | 876 |
Jammu Area & Households
The Total Area of Jammu District is 2,342 Square KM, with a population density of 653 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Jammu District are 20 and the Total Number of Villages in Jammu District are 852.The Total Number of households in Jammu District are 3.14 Lac(3,14,199).
Jammu Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Jammu District, there are about 5.09 Lac (5,08,622) workers, making up nearly 33.24% of the Jammu District total population. Out of these, around 4.17 Lac (4,17,456) are male workers, and about 91.17 k (91,166) are female workers.
Jammu - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Jammu district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,91,399, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 15,29,958 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 40.47% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1911 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 17.00%.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.
Jammu District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,91,399 to 15,29,958.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 40.47%.
- The year 1911 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.91 Lac | ---- | ---- | 1.57 Lac | 1.34 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.79 Lac | -12.35 k | -4.237488804 | 1.54 Lac | 1.25 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.85 Lac | 6.31 k | 2.261235401 | 1.55 Lac | 1.30 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.17 Lac | 31.29 k | 10.96365656 | 1.73 Lac | 1.43 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.64 Lac | 47.61 k | 15.0344074 | 1.97 Lac | 1.67 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.02 Lac | 37.28 k | 10.23437007 | 2.15 Lac | 1.87 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.39 Lac | 37.28 k | 9.2839425 | 2.33 Lac | 2.05 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.16 Lac | 1.78 Lac | 40.46990725 | 3.22 Lac | 2.95 Lac |
| 1981 | 7.92 Lac | 1.76 Lac | 28.56832296 | 4.14 Lac | 3.78 Lac |
| 1991* | 10.43 Lac | 2.51 Lac | 31.64860124 | 5.51 Lac | 4.92 Lac |
| 2001 | 13.57 Lac | 3.14 Lac | 30.07518437 | 7.28 Lac | 6.29 Lac |
| 2011 | 15.30 Lac | 1.73 Lac | 12.73921819 | 8.14 Lac | 7.16 Lac |
Jammu - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 17.06 Lac (17,05,767) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 17.18 Lac (17,17,794) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 17.30 Lac (17,29,572) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 17.41 Lac (17,41,103) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 17.53 Lac (17,52,633) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 17.64 Lac (17,64,164) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 17.76 Lac (17,75,694) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 17.86 Lac (17,86,109) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 17.96 Lac (17,95,655) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 18.05 Lac (18,05,202) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 18.15 Lac (18,14,873) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 18.24 Lac (18,24,420) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 18.34 Lac (18,33,966) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Jammu District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 18.34 Lac (18,33,966), with a male population of 9.56 Lac (9,55,513) and a female population of 8.78 Lac (8,78,163). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Jammu District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.7%.