Zanskar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Zanskar Tehsil has a population of 13.79 k (13,793) with 7.01 k (7,008) males and 6.79 k (6,785) females.The sex ratio in Zanskar is 969, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Zanskar Tehsil is 1.91 k (1,908) which is 13.83% of Zanskar Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Zanskar Tehsil is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Zanskar Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Kargil District in the state of JAMMU & KASHMIR in India.
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Zanskar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Zanskar Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 15.38 k (15,378), indicating a 11.49% increased from Zanskar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 7.73 k, and the estimated female population is 7.65 k.
Zanskar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Zanskar Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 15.49 k (15,487), projecting a 12.28% increased from Zanskar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 7.78 k, and the estimated female population is 7.71 k.
Zanskar Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the most popular religion in Zanskar Tehsil, with a total Buddhist population of 12.94 k (12,939), accounting for 93.81% of the Zanskar Tehsil population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 6.56 k (6,563), and the Buddhist female population is around 6.38 k (6,376).
Zanskar Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Zanskar Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 763 (763), accounting for 5.53% of the Zanskar Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 396 (396), and the Muslim female population is around 367 (367).
Zanskar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Buddhist | 12,939 | 93.81% |
| Muslim | 763 | 5.53% |
| Christian | 42 | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 23 | 0.17% |
| Jain | 12 | 0.09% |
| Religion not stated | 10 | 0.07% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 3 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 1 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationZanskar Urban Population
The Urban population of Zanskar Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Zanskar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Zanskar Rural Population
The Rural population of Zanskar Tehsil is 13.79 k (13,793), with 7.01 k (7,008) being males and 6.79 k (6,785) being females, making up 100% of the Zanskar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 969 females for every 1000 males.
Zanskar Literacy Rate
Zanskar Tehsil has a literacy rate of 59.73% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Zanskar Tehsil is 73.74 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Zanskar Tehsil is 45.31 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Zanskar Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Zanskar Tehsil, it is around 59.73%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Zanskar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59.73 | 73.74 | 45.31 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 59.73 | 73.74 | 45.31 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Zanskar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buddhist | 58.47 | 72.53 | 44.07 |
| Muslim | 80.7 | 94.19 | 65.92 |
| Christian | 52.63 | 47.37 | 57.89 |
| Hindu | 72.73 | 92.86 | 37.5 |
Zanskar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes Population in Zanskar Tehsil is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Zanskar Tehsil.
Zanskar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Zanskar Tehsil is 13.68 k (13,677) with 6.94 k (6,941) males and 6.74 k (6,736) females, which is 99.16% of Zanskar Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 971 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Zanskar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 969 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 969 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Zanskar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Buddhist | 972 |
| Muslim | 927 |
| Christian | 1000 |
| Hindu | 534 |
Zanskar Area & Households
The Total Area of Zanskar Tehsil is 43.11 Square KM, with a population density of 320 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Zanskar Tehsil are 25.The Total Number of households in Zanskar Tehsil are 2.33 k(2,327).
Zanskar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Zanskar Tehsil, there are about 6.38 k (6,376) workers, making up nearly 46.23% of the Zanskar Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 3.48 k (3,483) are male workers, and about 2.89 k (2,893) are female workers.
Zanskar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15.38 k (15,378) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 15.49 k (15,487) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 15.59 k (15,593) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 15.70 k (15,697) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 15.80 k (15,801) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 15.91 k (15,905) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 16.01 k (16,009) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 16.10 k (16,103) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 16.19 k (16,189) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 16.28 k (16,275) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 16.36 k (16,362) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 16.45 k (16,448) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 16.53 k (16,534) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Zanskar Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 16.53 k (16,534), with a male population of 8.23 k (8,229) and a female population of 8.32 k (8,321). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Zanskar Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.7%.