Leh(Ladakh) Population
As per the 2011 Census, Leh(Ladakh) District has a population of 1.33 Lac (1,33,487) with 78.97 k (78,971) males and 54.52 k (54,516) females.The sex ratio in Leh(Ladakh) is 691, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Leh(Ladakh) District is 12.02 k (12,016) which is 9% of Leh(Ladakh) District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Leh(Ladakh) District is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Leh(Ladakh) District is listed as part of JAMMU & KASHMIR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Leh(Ladakh) Population Census 2011
- Leh(Ladakh) 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
Leh(Ladakh) Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Leh(Ladakh) District current estimated population is projected to be 1.49 Lac (1,48,827), indicating a 11.49% increased from Leh(Ladakh)'s population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 87.12 k, and the estimated female population is 61.48 k.
Leh(Ladakh) Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Leh(Ladakh) District estimated population is projected to be 1.50 Lac (1,49,876), projecting a 12.28% increased from Leh(Ladakh)'s population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 87.68 k, and the estimated female population is 61.98 k.
Leh(Ladakh) Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the most popular religion in Leh(Ladakh) District, with a total Buddhist population of 88.64 k (88,635), accounting for 66.4% of the Leh(Ladakh) District population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 44.02 k (44,019), and the Buddhist female population is around 44.62 k (44,616).
Leh(Ladakh) Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Leh(Ladakh) District, with a total Hindu population of 22.88 k (22,882), accounting for 17.14% of the Leh(Ladakh) District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 21.96 k (21,958), and the Hindu female population is around 924 (924).
Leh(Ladakh) Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Buddhist | 88,635 | 66.4% |
| Hindu | 22,882 | 17.14% |
| Muslim | 19,057 | 14.28% |
| Sikh | 1,092 | 0.82% |
| Religion not stated | 1,006 | 0.75% |
| Christian | 658 | 0.49% |
| Jain | 103 | 0.08% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 54 | 0.04% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationLeh(Ladakh) Urban Population
The Urban population of Leh(Ladakh) District is 45.67 k (45,671), with 30.56 k (30,560) being males and 15.11 k (15,111) being females, making up 34.21% of the Leh(Ladakh) total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 495 females for every 1000 males.
Leh(Ladakh) Rural Population
The Rural population of Leh(Ladakh) District is 87.82 k (87,816), with 48.41 k (48,411) being males and 39.41 k (39,405) being females, making up 65.79% of the Leh(Ladakh) total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 814 females for every 1000 males.
Leh(Ladakh) Literacy Rate
Leh(Ladakh) District has a literacy rate of 77.2% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Leh(Ladakh) District is 86.31 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Leh(Ladakh) District is 63.56 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Leh(Ladakh) District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.59%, while in the rural regions of Leh(Ladakh) District, it is around 72.1%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Leh(Ladakh)
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 77.2 | 86.31 | 63.56 |
| Urban Area | 86.59 | 92.09 | 74.86 |
| Rural Area | 72.1 | 82.47 | 59.16 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Leh(Ladakh)
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buddhist | 70.34 | 78.22 | 62.62 |
| Hindu | 97.57 | 98.19 | 81.86 |
| Muslim | 79.31 | 89.91 | 66 |
| Sikh | 94.01 | 95.96 | 66.2 |
Leh(Ladakh) Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Leh(Ladakh) District is 488 (488) with 444 (444) males and 44 (44) females, which is 0.37% of Leh(Ladakh) District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 100 females for every 1000 males.
Leh(Ladakh) Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Leh(Ladakh) District is 95.86 k (95,857) with 47.54 k (47,543) males and 48.31 k (48,314) females, which is 71.81% of Leh(Ladakh) District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1017 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Leh(Ladakh)
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 |
| Urban Area | 495 |
| Rural Area | 814 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Leh(Ladakh)
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Buddhist | 1014 |
| Hindu | 43 |
| Muslim | 817 |
| Sikh | 73 |
Leh(Ladakh) Area & Households
The Total Area of Leh(Ladakh) District is 45,110 Square KM, with a population density of 3 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Leh(Ladakh) District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Leh(Ladakh) District are 112.The Total Number of households in Leh(Ladakh) District are 21.91 k(21,909).
Leh(Ladakh) Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Leh(Ladakh) District, there are about 75.08 k (75,079) workers, making up nearly 56.24% of the Leh(Ladakh) District total population. Out of these, around 53.27 k (53,265) are male workers, and about 21.81 k (21,814) are female workers.
Leh(Ladakh) - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Leh(Ladakh) district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 29,730, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 1,33,487 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 31.78% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 15.13%.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.
Leh(Ladakh) District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 29,730 to 1,33,487.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 31.78%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 29.73 k | ---- | ---- | 14.97 k | 14.76 k |
| 1911 | 33.43 k | 3.70 k | 12.44870501 | 16.74 k | 16.69 k |
| 1921 | 33.87 k | 438 | 1.310161228 | 16.69 k | 17.18 k |
| 1931 | 35.49 k | 1.62 k | 4.78313502 | 17.56 k | 17.93 k |
| 1941 | 37.38 k | 1.89 k | 5.33404717 | 18.58 k | 18.80 k |
| 1951 | 40.48 k | 3.10 k | 8.298111391 | 20.14 k | 20.35 k |
| 1961 | 43.59 k | 3.10 k | 7.664756447 | 21.69 k | 21.90 k |
| 1971 | 51.89 k | 8.30 k | 19.05155207 | 25.92 k | 25.97 k |
| 1981 | 68.38 k | 16.49 k | 31.77622324 | 36.25 k | 32.13 k |
| 1991 * | 90.08 k | 21.70 k | 31.72857561 | 48.59 k | 41.48 k |
| 2001 | 1.17 Lac | 27.16 k | 30.14787513 | 64.31 k | 52.93 k |
| 2011 | 1.33 Lac | 16.26 k | 13.86566808 | 78.97 k | 54.52 k |
Leh(Ladakh) - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.49 Lac (1,48,827) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.50 Lac (1,49,876) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.51 Lac (1,50,904) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.52 Lac (1,51,910) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.53 Lac (1,52,916) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.54 Lac (1,53,922) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.55 Lac (1,54,928) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.56 Lac (1,55,836) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.57 Lac (1,56,669) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.58 Lac (1,57,502) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.58 Lac (1,58,346) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.59 Lac (1,59,179) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.60 Lac (1,60,012) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Leh(Ladakh) District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.60 Lac (1,60,012), with a male population of 92.72 k (92,721) and a female population of 66.85 k (66,851). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Leh(Ladakh) District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.79%.