Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Kargil District

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.

1.41 Lac

Toatl Population

77.79 k

Male Population

63.02 k

Female Population

More on This Page!
  1. Kargil Population Census 2011
  2. Kargil Population 2024
  3. Hindu Population
  4. Muslim Population
  5. All Religion Population
  6. Urban Population
  7. Rural Population
  8. Literacy Rate
  9. Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
  10. Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
  11. Sex Ratio
  12. Historical Census 1901 to 2011
  13. 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
Muslim1,08,23976.87%
Buddhist20,12614.29%
Hindu10,3417.34%
Sikh1,1710.83%
Christian6040.43%
Religion not stated2890.21%
Jain280.02%
Other religions and persuasions40%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Kargil 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

Historical Population of Kargil by Census Year 1901-2011

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 0.79%.