Kargil Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kargil District has a population of 1.41 Lac (1,40,802) with 77.79 k (77,785) males and 63.02 k (63,017) females.The sex ratio in Kargil is 811, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kargil District is 19.93 k (19,928) which is 14.15% of Kargil District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kargil District is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kargil District is listed as part of JAMMU & KASHMIR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kargil Population Census 2011
- Kargil 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
Kargil Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kargil District current estimated population is projected to be 1.57 Lac (1,56,982), indicating a 11.49% increased from Kargil's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 85.82 k, and the estimated female population is 71.07 k.
Kargil Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kargil District estimated population is projected to be 1.58 Lac (1,58,089), projecting a 12.28% increased from Kargil's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 86.37 k, and the estimated female population is 71.65 k.
Kargil Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Kargil District, with a total Muslim population of 1.08 Lac (1,08,239), accounting for 76.87% of the Kargil District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 55.76 k (55,762), and the Muslim female population is around 52.48 k (52,477).
Kargil Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Kargil District, with a total Buddhist population of 20.13 k (20,126), accounting for 14.29% of the Kargil District population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 10.19 k (10,188), and the Buddhist female population is around 9.94 k (9,938).
Kargil Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 1,08,239 | 76.87% |
| Buddhist | 20,126 | 14.29% |
| Hindu | 10,341 | 7.34% |
| Sikh | 1,171 | 0.83% |
| Christian | 604 | 0.43% |
| Religion not stated | 289 | 0.21% |
| Jain | 28 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 4 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKargil Urban Population
The Urban population of Kargil District is 16.34 k (16,338), with 10.08 k (10,082) being males and 6.26 k (6,256) being females, making up 11.6% of the Kargil total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 621 females for every 1000 males.
Kargil Rural Population
The Rural population of Kargil District is 1.24 Lac (1,24,464), with 67.70 k (67,703) being males and 56.76 k (56,761) being females, making up 88.4% of the Kargil total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 839 females for every 1000 males.
Kargil Literacy Rate
Kargil District has a literacy rate of 71.34% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kargil District is 83.15 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kargil District is 56.3 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Kargil District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.55%, while in the rural regions of Kargil District, it is around 69.64%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kargil
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71.34 | 83.15 | 56.3 |
| Urban Area | 83.55 | 92.82 | 67.82 |
| Rural Area | 69.64 | 81.62 | 54.98 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kargil
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 69.72 | 81.33 | 57.32 |
| Buddhist | 61.92 | 73.07 | 50.45 |
| Hindu | 97.4 | 98.31 | 68.97 |
| Sikh | 97.26 | 98 | 85.29 |
Kargil Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kargil District is 18 (18) with 12 (12) males and 6 (6) females, which is 0.01% of Kargil District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 500 females for every 1000 males.
Kargil Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kargil District is 1.22 Lac (1,22,336) with 62.65 k (62,652) males and 59.68 k (59,684) females, which is 86.89% of Kargil District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 953 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kargil
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 811 |
| Urban Area | 621 |
| Rural Area | 839 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kargil
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 942 |
| Buddhist | 976 |
| Hindu | 36 |
| Sikh | 64 |
Kargil Area & Households
The Total Area of Kargil District is 14,036 Square KM, with a population density of 10 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kargil District are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Kargil District are 127.The Total Number of households in Kargil District are 18.34 k(18,338).
Kargil Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kargil District, there are about 51.87 k (51,873) workers, making up nearly 36.84% of the Kargil District total population. Out of these, around 39.84 k (39,839) are male workers, and about 12.03 k (12,034) are female workers.
Kargil - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kargil district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 30,737, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 1,40,802 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991 *. The growth rate of 35.37% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 15.35%.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.
Kargil District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 30,737 to 1,40,802.
- The year 1991 * stands out with a growth rate of 35.37%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 30.74 k | ---- | ---- | 15.48 k | 15.26 k |
| 1911 | 34.56 k | 3.83 k | 12.4475388 | 17.31 k | 17.25 k |
| 1921 | 35.02 k | 454 | 1.313543385 | 17.26 k | 17.76 k |
| 1931 | 36.69 k | 1.68 k | 4.783390924 | 18.15 k | 18.54 k |
| 1941 | 38.65 k | 1.96 k | 5.330862313 | 19.21 k | 19.43 k |
| 1951 | 41.86 k | 3.21 k | 8.30055889 | 21.25 k | 20.61 k |
| 1961 | 45.06 k | 3.21 k | 7.664373089 | 23.29 k | 21.78 k |
| 1971 | 53.40 k | 8.34 k | 18.49813598 | 27.40 k | 26.00 k |
| 1981 | 65.99 k | 12.59 k | 23.58052434 | 35.61 k | 30.38 k |
| 1991 * | 89.33 k | 23.34 k | 35.37095406 | 48.42 k | 40.92 k |
| 2001 | 1.19 Lac | 29.97 k | 33.55161529 | 64.96 k | 54.35 k |
| 2011 | 1.41 Lac | 21.50 k | 18.01654555 | 77.79 k | 63.02 k |
Kargil - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.57 Lac (1,56,982) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.58 Lac (1,58,089) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.59 Lac (1,59,173) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.60 Lac (1,60,234) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.61 Lac (1,61,295) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.62 Lac (1,62,356) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.63 Lac (1,63,418) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.64 Lac (1,64,376) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.65 Lac (1,65,255) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.66 Lac (1,66,133) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.67 Lac (1,67,023) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.68 Lac (1,67,902) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.69 Lac (1,68,780) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kargil District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.69 Lac (1,68,780), with a male population of 91.33 k (91,328) and a female population of 77.28 k (77,275). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Kargil District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.7%.