Kupwara Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kupwara District has a population of 8.70 Lac (8,70,354) with 4.74 Lac (4,74,190) males and 3.96 Lac (3,96,164) females.The sex ratio in Kupwara is 836, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kupwara District is 1.89 Lac (1,88,798) which is 21.69% of Kupwara District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kupwara District is 880 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kupwara District is listed as part of JAMMU & KASHMIR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kupwara Population Census 2011
- Kupwara 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
Kupwara Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kupwara District current estimated population is projected to be 9.70 Lac (9,70,368), indicating a 11.49% increased from Kupwara's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 5.23 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.47 Lac.
Kupwara Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kupwara District estimated population is projected to be 9.77 Lac (9,77,209), projecting a 12.28% increased from Kupwara's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 5.26 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.50 Lac.
Kupwara Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Kupwara District, with a total Muslim population of 8.23 Lac (8,23,286), accounting for 94.59% of the Kupwara District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 4.31 Lac (4,30,521), and the Muslim female population is around 3.93 Lac (3,92,765).
Kupwara Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Kupwara District, with a total Hindu population of 37.13 k (37,128), accounting for 4.27% of the Kupwara District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 36.06 k (36,057), and the Hindu female population is around 1.07 k (1,071).
Kupwara Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 8,23,286 | 94.59% |
| Hindu | 37,128 | 4.27% |
| Sikh | 5,600 | 0.64% |
| Religion not stated | 2,522 | 0.29% |
| Christian | 1,700 | 0.2% |
| Buddhist | 66 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 39 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 13 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKupwara Urban Population
The Urban population of Kupwara District is 1.05 Lac (1,04,729), with 62.15 k (62,152) being males and 42.58 k (42,577) being females, making up 12.03% of the Kupwara total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 686 females for every 1000 males.
Kupwara Rural Population
The Rural population of Kupwara District is 7.66 Lac (7,65,625), with 4.12 Lac (4,12,038) being males and 3.54 Lac (3,53,587) being females, making up 87.97% of the Kupwara total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 859 females for every 1000 males.
Kupwara Literacy Rate
Kupwara District has a literacy rate of 64.51% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kupwara District is 75.68 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kupwara District is 50.95 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Kupwara District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 75.6%, while in the rural regions of Kupwara District, it is around 62.92%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kupwara
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64.51 | 75.68 | 50.95 |
| Urban Area | 75.6 | 84.81 | 61.38 |
| Rural Area | 62.92 | 74.2 | 49.67 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kupwara
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 62.27 | 72.81 | 50.84 |
| Hindu | 97.97 | 98.8 | 64.37 |
| Sikh | 94.75 | 96.47 | 83.24 |
| Religion not stated | 67.22 | 79.59 | 49.93 |
Kupwara Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kupwara District is 1.05 k (1,048) with 1.05 k (1,046) males and 2 (2) females, which is 0.12% of Kupwara District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 2 females for every 1000 males.
Kupwara Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kupwara District is 70.35 k (70,352) with 36.91 k (36,913) males and 33.44 k (33,439) females, which is 8.08% of Kupwara District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 906 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kupwara
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 836 |
| Urban Area | 686 |
| Rural Area | 859 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kupwara
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 913 |
| Hindu | 30 |
| Sikh | 162 |
| Religion not stated | 695 |
Kupwara Area & Households
The Total Area of Kupwara District is 2,379 Square KM, with a population density of 366 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kupwara District are 10 and the Total Number of Villages in Kupwara District are 362.The Total Number of households in Kupwara District are 1.14 Lac(1,13,929).
Kupwara Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kupwara District, there are about 2.29 Lac (2,29,064) workers, making up nearly 26.32% of the Kupwara District total population. Out of these, around 1.91 Lac (1,90,899) are male workers, and about 38.17 k (38,165) are female workers.
Kupwara - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kupwara district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,10,979, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 8,70,354 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991 *. The growth rate of 41.74% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 21.19%.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.
Kupwara District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,10,979 to 8,70,354.
- The year 1991 * stands out with a growth rate of 41.74%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.11 Lac | ---- | ---- | 59.07 k | 51.91 k |
| 1911 | 1.25 Lac | 13.77 k | 12.40324746 | 66.16 k | 58.58 k |
| 1921 | 1.38 Lac | 13.19 k | 10.57525813 | 73.99 k | 63.95 k |
| 1931 | 1.54 Lac | 15.82 k | 11.47053706 | 82.44 k | 71.32 k |
| 1941 | 1.70 Lac | 16.32 k | 10.61473224 | 91.25 k | 78.83 k |
| 1951 | 1.87 Lac | 17.00 k | 9.993591213 | 99.84 k | 87.24 k |
| 1961 | 2.04 Lac | 17.00 k | 9.085612265 | 1.08 Lac | 95.64 k |
| 1971 | 2.58 Lac | 53.75 k | 26.33910414 | 1.40 Lac | 1.18 Lac |
| 1981 | 3.29 Lac | 70.92 k | 27.50674879 | 1.77 Lac | 1.52 Lac |
| 1991 * | 4.66 Lac | 1.37 Lac | 41.7362499 | 2.48 Lac | 2.18 Lac |
| 2001 | 6.50 Lac | 1.84 Lac | 39.5848893 | 3.41 Lac | 3.09 Lac |
| 2011 | 8.70 Lac | 2.20 Lac | 33.81970593 | 4.74 Lac | 3.96 Lac |
Kupwara - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9.70 Lac (9,70,368) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 9.77 Lac (9,77,209) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 9.84 Lac (9,83,910) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 9.90 Lac (9,90,469) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 9.97 Lac (9,97,028) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 10.04 Lac (10,03,588) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 10.10 Lac (10,10,147) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 10.16 Lac (10,16,072) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 10.22 Lac (10,21,503) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 10.27 Lac (10,26,934) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 10.32 Lac (10,32,435) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 10.38 Lac (10,37,866) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 10.43 Lac (10,43,297) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kupwara District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 10.43 Lac (10,43,297), with a male population of 5.57 Lac (5,56,750) and a female population of 4.86 Lac (4,85,797). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Kupwara District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.7%.