Punch Population
As per the 2011 Census, Punch District has a population of 4.77 Lac (4,76,835) with 2.52 Lac (2,51,899) males and 2.25 Lac (2,24,936) females.The sex ratio in Punch is 893, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Punch District is 84.67 k (84,674) which is 17.76% of Punch District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Punch District is 893 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Punch District is listed as part of JAMMU & KASHMIR State in INDIA.
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Punch Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Punch District current estimated population is projected to be 5.32 Lac (5,31,629), indicating a 11.49% increased from Punch's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 2.78 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.54 Lac.
Punch Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Punch District estimated population is projected to be 5.35 Lac (5,35,377), projecting a 12.28% increased from Punch's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 2.80 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.56 Lac.
Punch Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Punch District, with a total Muslim population of 4.31 Lac (4,31,279), accounting for 90.45% of the Punch District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.21 Lac (2,20,636), and the Muslim female population is around 2.11 Lac (2,10,643).
Punch Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Punch District, with a total Hindu population of 32.60 k (32,604), accounting for 6.84% of the Punch District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 23.68 k (23,684), and the Hindu female population is around 8.92 k (8,920).
Punch Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 4,31,279 | 90.45% |
| Hindu | 32,604 | 6.84% |
| Sikh | 11,188 | 2.35% |
| Christian | 958 | 0.2% |
| Religion not stated | 711 | 0.15% |
| Buddhist | 83 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 10 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPunch Urban Population
The Urban population of Punch District is 38.63 k (38,630), with 22.13 k (22,125) being males and 16.51 k (16,505) being females, making up 8.1% of the Punch total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 746 females for every 1000 males.
Punch Rural Population
The Rural population of Punch District is 4.38 Lac (4,38,205), with 2.30 Lac (2,29,774) being males and 2.08 Lac (2,08,431) being females, making up 91.9% of the Punch total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 908 females for every 1000 males.
Punch Literacy Rate
Punch District has a literacy rate of 66.74% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Punch District is 78.84 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Punch District is 53.19 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Punch District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.26%, while in the rural regions of Punch District, it is around 64.68%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Punch
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66.74 | 78.84 | 53.19 |
| Urban Area | 88.26 | 94.16 | 80.18 |
| Rural Area | 64.68 | 77.23 | 50.9 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Punch
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 63.53 | 75.88 | 50.77 |
| Hindu | 94.43 | 97.41 | 85.97 |
| Sikh | 93.4 | 96.5 | 89.09 |
| Christian | 79.21 | 87.98 | 62.19 |
Punch Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Punch District is 556 (556) with 406 (406) males and 150 (150) females, which is 0.12% of Punch District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 370 females for every 1000 males.
Punch Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Punch District is 1.76 Lac (1,76,101) with 90.27 k (90,274) males and 85.83 k (85,827) females, which is 36.93% of Punch District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 951 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Punch
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 893 |
| Urban Area | 746 |
| Rural Area | 908 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Punch
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 955 |
| Hindu | 377 |
| Sikh | 723 |
| Christian | 561 |
Punch Area & Households
The Total Area of Punch District is 1,674 Square KM, with a population density of 285 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Punch District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Punch District are 178.The Total Number of households in Punch District are 90.26 k(90,261).
Punch Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Punch District, there are about 1.61 Lac (1,61,393) workers, making up nearly 33.85% of the Punch District total population. Out of these, around 1.18 Lac (1,17,677) are male workers, and about 43.72 k (43,716) are female workers.
Punch - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Punch district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,02,011, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 4,76,835 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 31.27% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 15.52%.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.
Punch District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,02,011 to 4,76,835.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 31.27%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.02 Lac | ---- | ---- | 53.83 k | 48.18 k |
| 1911 | 1.12 Lac | 10.00 k | 9.800903824 | 58.14 k | 53.87 k |
| 1921 | 1.18 Lac | 5.75 k | 5.133516057 | 62.13 k | 55.63 k |
| 1931 | 1.27 Lac | 9.72 k | 8.252447796 | 67.11 k | 60.37 k |
| 1941 | 1.40 Lac | 12.97 k | 10.17359994 | 73.58 k | 66.87 k |
| 1951 | 1.47 Lac | 7.04 k | 5.014738761 | 77.42 k | 70.07 k |
| 1961 | 1.55 Lac | 7.04 k | 4.775271376 | 81.25 k | 73.28 k |
| 1971 | 1.71 Lac | 16.26 k | 10.51885694 | 89.75 k | 81.04 k |
| 1981 | 2.24 Lac | 53.41 k | 31.27287206 | 1.19 Lac | 1.06 Lac |
| 1991 * | 2.91 Lac | 66.53 k | 29.67479493 | 1.53 Lac | 1.38 Lac |
| 2001 | 3.73 Lac | 81.89 k | 28.16594262 | 1.94 Lac | 1.78 Lac |
| 2011 | 4.77 Lac | 1.04 Lac | 27.97057537 | 2.52 Lac | 2.25 Lac |
Punch - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5.32 Lac (5,31,629) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 5.35 Lac (5,35,377) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 5.39 Lac (5,39,048) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 5.43 Lac (5,42,642) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 5.46 Lac (5,46,235) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 5.50 Lac (5,49,829) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 5.53 Lac (5,53,423) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 5.57 Lac (5,56,669) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 5.60 Lac (5,59,644) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 5.63 Lac (5,62,619) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 5.66 Lac (5,65,633) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 5.69 Lac (5,68,609) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 5.72 Lac (5,71,584) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Punch District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 5.72 Lac (5,71,584), with a male population of 2.96 Lac (2,95,757) and a female population of 2.76 Lac (2,75,828). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Punch District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.7%.