Karnah Population
As per the 2011 Census, Karnah Tehsil has a population of 60.13 k (60,129) with 34.47 k (34,471) males and 25.66 k (25,658) females.The sex ratio in Karnah is 745, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Karnah Tehsil is 10.81 k (10,811) which is 17.98% of Karnah Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Karnah Tehsil is 874 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Karnah Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Kupwara District in the state of JAMMU & KASHMIR in India.
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Karnah Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Karnah Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 67.04 k (67,039), indicating a 11.49% increased from Karnah's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 38.03 k, and the estimated female population is 28.94 k.
Karnah Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Karnah Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 67.51 k (67,512), projecting a 12.28% increased from Karnah's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 38.27 k, and the estimated female population is 29.17 k.
Karnah Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Karnah Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 53.58 k (53,575), accounting for 89.1% of the Karnah Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 28.28 k (28,281), and the Muslim female population is around 25.29 k (25,294).
Karnah Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Karnah Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 5.22 k (5,215), accounting for 8.67% of the Karnah Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.17 k (5,167), and the Hindu female population is around 48 (48).
Karnah Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 53,575 | 89.1% |
| Hindu | 5,215 | 8.67% |
| Sikh | 858 | 1.43% |
| Christian | 287 | 0.48% |
| Religion not stated | 185 | 0.31% |
| Buddhist | 9 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 0 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKarnah Urban Population
The Urban population of Karnah Tehsil is 15.54 k (15,538), with 9.79 k (9,792) being males and 5.75 k (5,746) being females, making up 25.84% of the Karnah total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 587 females for every 1000 males.
Karnah Rural Population
The Rural population of Karnah Tehsil is 44.59 k (44,591), with 24.68 k (24,679) being males and 19.91 k (19,912) being females, making up 74.16% of the Karnah total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 807 females for every 1000 males.
Karnah Literacy Rate
Karnah Tehsil has a literacy rate of 61.43% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Karnah Tehsil is 75.41 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Karnah Tehsil is 41.97 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Karnah Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 68.39%, while in the rural regions of Karnah Tehsil, it is around 58.95%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Karnah
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61.43 | 75.41 | 41.97 |
| Urban Area | 68.39 | 81.61 | 44.44 |
| Rural Area | 58.95 | 72.86 | 41.26 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Karnah
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 56.23 | 69.23 | 41.77 |
| Hindu | 99.06 | 99.44 | 51.22 |
| Sikh | 86.38 | 92.37 | 62.03 |
| Christian | 85.43 | 93.81 | 45.45 |
Karnah Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Karnah Tehsil is 111 (111) with 111 (111) males and 0 (0) females, which is 0.18% of Karnah Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 0 females for every 1000 males.
Karnah Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Karnah Tehsil is 7.72 k (7,723) with 4.06 k (4,057) males and 3.67 k (3,666) females, which is 12.84% of Karnah Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 904 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Karnah
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 745 |
| Urban Area | 587 |
| Rural Area | 807 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Karnah
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 895 |
| Hindu | 10 |
| Sikh | 266 |
| Christian | 270 |
Karnah Area & Households
The Total Area of Karnah Tehsil is 69.89 Square KM, with a population density of 860 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Karnah Tehsil are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Karnah Tehsil are 41.The Total Number of households in Karnah Tehsil are 11.42 k(11,422).
Karnah Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Karnah Tehsil, there are about 20.28 k (20,283) workers, making up nearly 33.73% of the Karnah Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 17.59 k (17,593) are male workers, and about 2.69 k (2,690) are female workers.
Karnah - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 67.04 k (67,039) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 67.51 k (67,512) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 67.98 k (67,975) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 68.43 k (68,428) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 68.88 k (68,881) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 69.33 k (69,334) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 69.79 k (69,787) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 70.20 k (70,196) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 70.57 k (70,572) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 70.95 k (70,947) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 71.33 k (71,327) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 71.70 k (71,702) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 72.08 k (72,077) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Karnah Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 72.08 k (72,077), with a male population of 40.47 k (40,473) and a female population of 31.46 k (31,464). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Karnah Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.7%.