Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Pulwama District

Pulwama Population

As per the 2011 Census, Pulwama District has a population of 5.60 Lac (5,60,440) with 2.93 Lac (2,93,064) males and 2.67 Lac (2,67,376) females.The sex ratio in Pulwama is 913, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Pulwama District is 97.37 k (97,374) which is 17.37% of Pulwama District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Pulwama District is 830 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Pulwama District is listed as part of JAMMU & KASHMIR State in INDIA.

5.60 Lac

Toatl Population

2.93 Lac

Male Population

2.67 Lac

Female Population

Pulwama Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Pulwama District current estimated population is projected to be 6.25 Lac (6,24,841), indicating a 11.49% increased from Pulwama's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.23 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.02 Lac.

Pulwama Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Pulwama District estimated population is projected to be 6.29 Lac (6,29,247), projecting a 12.28% increased from Pulwama's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.25 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.04 Lac.

Pulwama Muslim Population

Muslim is the most popular religion in Pulwama District, with a total Muslim population of 5.35 Lac (5,35,159), accounting for 95.49% of the Pulwama District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.74 Lac (2,74,104), and the Muslim female population is around 2.61 Lac (2,61,055).

Pulwama Hindu Population

Hindu is the second most popular religion in Pulwama District, with a total Hindu population of 13.84 k (13,840), accounting for 2.47% of the Pulwama District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 12.52 k (12,515), and the Hindu female population is around 1.33 k (1,325).

Pulwama Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Muslim5,35,15995.49%
Hindu13,8402.47%
Sikh9,4401.68%
Christian1,1090.2%
Religion not stated8330.15%
Buddhist350.01%
Other religions and persuasions180%
Jain60%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Pulwama Urban Population

The Urban population of Pulwama District is 80.46 k (80,462), with 44.97 k (44,968) being males and 35.49 k (35,494) being females, making up 14.36% of the Pulwama total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 790 females for every 1000 males.

Pulwama Rural Population

The Rural population of Pulwama District is 4.80 Lac (4,79,978), with 2.48 Lac (2,48,096) being males and 2.32 Lac (2,31,882) being females, making up 85.64% of the Pulwama total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 935 females for every 1000 males.

Pulwama Literacy Rate

Pulwama District has a literacy rate of 63.48% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Pulwama District is 74.36 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Pulwama District is 51.8 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Pulwama District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 73.15%, while in the rural regions of Pulwama District, it is around 61.85%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Pulwama

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 63.48 74.36 51.8
Urban Area 73.15 82.79 60.71
Rural Area 61.85 72.79 50.46

Literacy Rate by Religion in Pulwama

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Muslim 61.99 72.55 51.22
Hindu 96.4 98.37 74.93
Sikh 86.56 94.87 76.89
Christian 80.18 90.21 50.2

Pulwama Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Pulwama District is 402 (402) with 397 (397) males and 5 (5) females, which is 0.07% of Pulwama District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 13 females for every 1000 males.

Pulwama Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Pulwama District is 22.61 k (22,607) with 11.84 k (11,837) males and 10.77 k (10,770) females, which is 4.03% of Pulwama District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 910 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Pulwama

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 913
Urban Area 790
Rural Area 935

Sex Ratio by Religion in Pulwama

Religion Sex Ratio
Muslim 953
Hindu 106
Sikh 847
Christian 356

Pulwama Area & Households

The Total Area of Pulwama District is 1,086 Square KM, with a population density of 516 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Pulwama District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Pulwama District are 329.The Total Number of households in Pulwama District are 86.24 k(86,241).

Pulwama Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Pulwama District, there are about 1.88 Lac (1,88,420) workers, making up nearly 33.62% of the Pulwama District total population. Out of these, around 1.38 Lac (1,38,428) are male workers, and about 49.99 k (49,992) are female workers.

Pulwama - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Diving deeper into local demographics, Pulwama district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,00,263, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 5,60,440 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 28.82% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 17.29%.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.

Pulwama District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 1,00,263 to 5,60,440.
  • The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 28.82%.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 1.00 Lac ---- ---- 53.32 k 46.94 k
1911 1.11 Lac 11.17 k 11.14269471 59.67 k 51.77 k
1921 1.18 Lac 6.40 k 5.74505317 63.79 k 54.04 k
1931 1.29 Lac 11.33 k 9.61837114 69.90 k 59.28 k
1941 1.37 Lac 7.48 k 5.792321806 74.39 k 62.27 k
1951 1.53 Lac 16.61 k 12.15414224 83.15 k 70.12 k
1961 1.70 Lac 16.61 k 10.83699808 92.28 k 77.59 k
1971 2.16 Lac 45.97 k 27.06112285 1.16 Lac 99.74 k
1981 2.78 Lac 62.22 k 28.82459229 1.46 Lac 1.32 Lac
1991* 3.52 Lac 74.10 k 26.64904425 1.83 Lac 1.69 Lac
2001 4.41 Lac 89.12 k 25.30739392 2.27 Lac 2.14 Lac
2011 5.60 Lac 1.19 Lac 27.00470228 2.93 Lac 2.67 Lac

Historical Population of Pulwama by Census Year 1901-2011

Pulwama - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 6.25 Lac (6,24,841) 11.49%
2025 6.29 Lac (6,29,247) 12.28% 0.79 %
2026 6.34 Lac (6,33,561) 13.05% 0.77 %
2027 6.38 Lac (6,37,785) 13.8% 0.75 %
2028 6.42 Lac (6,42,009) 14.55% 0.75 %
2029 6.46 Lac (6,46,232) 15.31% 0.76 %
2030 6.50 Lac (6,50,456) 16.06% 0.75 %
2031 6.54 Lac (6,54,271) 16.74% 0.68 %
2032 6.58 Lac (6,57,768) 17.37% 0.63 %
2033 6.61 Lac (6,61,265) 17.99% 0.62 %
2034 6.65 Lac (6,64,808) 18.62% 0.63 %
2035 6.68 Lac (6,68,305) 19.25% 0.63 %
2036 6.72 Lac (6,71,802) 19.87% 0.62 %

Projected estimates indicate that Pulwama District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 6.72 Lac (6,71,802), with a male population of 3.44 Lac (3,44,089) and a female population of 3.28 Lac (3,27,870). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Pulwama District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.7%.

Pulwama Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Pulwama is 5.60 Lac (5,60,440).

The estimated population of Pulwama in 2024 is approximately 6.25 Lac (6,24,841).

Muslim constitute 95.49% of Pulwama population, amounting to approximately 5.35 Lac (5,35,159) people.

Hindu constitute 2.47% of Pulwama population, totaling around 13.84 k (13,840) people.

Muslim: 95.49%, Hindu: 2.47%, Sikh: 1.68%, Christian: 0.2%, Religion not stated: 0.15%, Buddhist: 0.01%, Other religions and persuasions: 0%, Jain: 0%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Pulwama is 402 (0.07%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 22.61 k (4.03%).

In Pulwama, 80.46 k (14.36%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 4.80 Lac (85.64%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pulwama is 63.48%, with male literacy at 74.36% and female literacy at 51.8%.

The sex ratio in Pulwama is 913 females for every 1000 males.

Pulwama population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.7% up to 2036.