Budhal Population
As per the 2011 Census, Budhal Tehsil has a population of 1.23 Lac (1,23,050) with 64.99 k (64,990) males and 58.06 k (58,060) females.The sex ratio in Budhal is 894, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Budhal Tehsil is 25.47 k (25,471) which is 20.7% of Budhal Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Budhal Tehsil is 919 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Budhal Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Rajouri District in the state of JAMMU & KASHMIR in India.
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Budhal Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Budhal Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.37 Lac (1,37,190), indicating a 11.49% increased from Budhal's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 71.70 k, and the estimated female population is 65.48 k.
Budhal Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Budhal Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.38 Lac (1,38,158), projecting a 12.28% increased from Budhal's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 72.16 k, and the estimated female population is 66.01 k.
Budhal Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Budhal Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 1.03 Lac (1,02,963), accounting for 83.68% of the Budhal Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 53.66 k (53,658), and the Muslim female population is around 49.31 k (49,305).
Budhal Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Budhal Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 19.59 k (19,591), accounting for 15.92% of the Budhal Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 10.97 k (10,969), and the Hindu female population is around 8.62 k (8,622).
Budhal Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 1,02,963 | 83.68% |
| Hindu | 19,591 | 15.92% |
| Sikh | 238 | 0.19% |
| Christian | 185 | 0.15% |
| Religion not stated | 60 | 0.05% |
| Buddhist | 9 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 4 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBudhal Urban Population
The Urban population of Budhal Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Budhal total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Budhal Rural Population
The Rural population of Budhal Tehsil is 1.23 Lac (1,23,050), with 64.99 k (64,990) being males and 58.06 k (58,060) being females, making up 100% of the Budhal total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 894 females for every 1000 males.
Budhal Literacy Rate
Budhal Tehsil has a literacy rate of 49.97% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Budhal Tehsil is 62.16 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Budhal Tehsil is 36.24 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Budhal Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Budhal Tehsil, it is around 49.97%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Budhal
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49.97 | 62.16 | 36.24 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 49.97 | 62.16 | 36.24 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Budhal
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 46.48 | 58.36 | 33.56 |
| Hindu | 66.18 | 78.15 | 50.43 |
| Sikh | 88.26 | 95.86 | 72.06 |
| Christian | 91.62 | 95.97 | 55.56 |
Budhal Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Budhal Tehsil is 898 (898) with 483 (483) males and 415 (415) females, which is 0.73% of Budhal Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 860 females for every 1000 males.
Budhal Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Budhal Tehsil is 70.08 k (70,081) with 36.68 k (36,682) males and 33.40 k (33,399) females, which is 56.95% of Budhal Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 911 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Budhal
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 894 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 894 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Budhal
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 919 |
| Hindu | 787 |
| Sikh | 516 |
| Christian | 179 |
Budhal Area & Households
The Total Area of Budhal Tehsil is 468.25 Square KM, with a population density of 263 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Budhal Tehsil are 52.The Total Number of households in Budhal Tehsil are 23.68 k(23,676).
Budhal Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Budhal Tehsil, there are about 68.86 k (68,857) workers, making up nearly 55.96% of the Budhal Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 38.13 k (38,129) are male workers, and about 30.73 k (30,728) are female workers.
Budhal - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.37 Lac (1,37,190) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.38 Lac (1,38,158) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.39 Lac (1,39,105) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.40 Lac (1,40,032) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.41 Lac (1,40,960) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.42 Lac (1,41,887) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.43 Lac (1,42,814) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.44 Lac (1,43,652) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.44 Lac (1,44,420) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.45 Lac (1,45,188) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.46 Lac (1,45,965) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.47 Lac (1,46,733) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.48 Lac (1,47,501) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Budhal Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.48 Lac (1,47,501), with a male population of 76.31 k (76,306) and a female population of 71.20 k (71,197). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Budhal Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.7%.