Samba Population
As per the 2011 Census, Samba District has a population of 3.19 Lac (3,18,898) with 1.69 Lac (1,69,124) males and 1.50 Lac (1,49,774) females.The sex ratio in Samba is 886, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Samba District is 38.67 k (38,669) which is 12.13% of Samba District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Samba District is 779 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Samba District is listed as part of JAMMU & KASHMIR State in INDIA.
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Samba Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Samba District current estimated population is projected to be 3.56 Lac (3,55,543), indicating a 11.49% increased from Samba's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.87 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.69 Lac.
Samba Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Samba District estimated population is projected to be 3.58 Lac (3,58,050), projecting a 12.28% increased from Samba's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.88 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.70 Lac.
Samba Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Samba District, with a total Hindu population of 2.75 Lac (2,75,311), accounting for 86.33% of the Samba District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.46 Lac (1,45,930), and the Hindu female population is around 1.29 Lac (1,29,381).
Samba Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Samba District, with a total Muslim population of 22.95 k (22,950), accounting for 7.2% of the Samba District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 12.31 k (12,308), and the Muslim female population is around 10.64 k (10,642).
Samba Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 2,75,311 | 86.33% |
| Muslim | 22,950 | 7.2% |
| Sikh | 17,961 | 5.63% |
| Christian | 2,306 | 0.72% |
| Religion not stated | 300 | 0.09% |
| Buddhist | 48 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 16 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 6 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSamba Urban Population
The Urban population of Samba District is 53.62 k (53,615), with 29.76 k (29,759) being males and 23.86 k (23,856) being females, making up 16.81% of the Samba total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 802 females for every 1000 males.
Samba Rural Population
The Rural population of Samba District is 2.65 Lac (2,65,283), with 1.39 Lac (1,39,365) being males and 1.26 Lac (1,25,918) being females, making up 83.19% of the Samba total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 904 females for every 1000 males.
Samba Literacy Rate
Samba District has a literacy rate of 81.41% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Samba District is 88.41 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Samba District is 73.64 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Samba District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.62%, while in the rural regions of Samba District, it is around 79.93%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Samba
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81.41 | 88.41 | 73.64 |
| Urban Area | 88.62 | 93.75 | 82.24 |
| Rural Area | 79.93 | 87.24 | 72 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Samba
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 82.53 | 89.44 | 74.87 |
| Muslim | 63.31 | 73.06 | 52.04 |
| Sikh | 86.1 | 91.9 | 80.15 |
| Christian | 83.21 | 87.82 | 75.39 |
Samba Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Samba District is 91.84 k (91,835) with 47.92 k (47,920) males and 43.92 k (43,915) females, which is 28.8% of Samba District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 917 females for every 1000 males.
Samba Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Samba District is 17.57 k (17,573) with 9.19 k (9,188) males and 8.39 k (8,385) females, which is 5.51% of Samba District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 913 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Samba
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 886 |
| Urban Area | 802 |
| Rural Area | 904 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Samba
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 887 |
| Muslim | 865 |
| Sikh | 941 |
| Christian | 609 |
Samba Area & Households
The Total Area of Samba District is 904 Square KM, with a population density of 353 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Samba District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Samba District are 376.The Total Number of households in Samba District are 65.39 k(65,385).
Samba Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Samba District, there are about 92.53 k (92,526) workers, making up nearly 29.01% of the Samba District total population. Out of these, around 81.95 k (81,952) are male workers, and about 10.57 k (10,574) are female workers.
Samba - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Samba district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 61,553, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 3,18,898 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 43.34% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1911 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 16.91%.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.
Samba District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 61,553 to 3,18,898.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 43.34%.
- The year 1911 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 61.55 k | ---- | ---- | 33.15 k | 28.40 k |
| 1911 | 59.32 k | -2.23 k | -3.624518707 | 32.51 k | 26.81 k |
| 1921 | 60.60 k | 1.28 k | 2.154344088 | 32.83 k | 27.77 k |
| 1931 | 66.47 k | 5.87 k | 9.693069307 | 36.17 k | 30.30 k |
| 1941 | 75.84 k | 9.36 k | 14.0837019 | 40.84 k | 35.00 k |
| 1951 | 83.35 k | 7.52 k | 9.909541642 | 44.46 k | 38.89 k |
| 1961 | 90.87 k | 7.51 k | 9.014888844 | 47.19 k | 43.68 k |
| 1971 | 1.30 Lac | 39.38 k | 43.33681836 | 66.87 k | 63.37 k |
| 1981 | 1.81 Lac | 50.76 k | 38.97483934 | 92.88 k | 88.13 k |
| 1991* | 2.23 Lac | 42.07 k | 23.24245187 | 1.17 Lac | 1.06 Lac |
| 2001 | 2.73 Lac | 49.46 k | 22.17370839 | 1.44 Lac | 1.29 Lac |
| 2011 | 3.19 Lac | 46.36 k | 17.0100426 | 1.69 Lac | 1.50 Lac |
Samba - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3.56 Lac (3,55,543) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 3.58 Lac (3,58,050) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 3.61 Lac (3,60,505) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 3.63 Lac (3,62,908) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 3.65 Lac (3,65,312) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 3.68 Lac (3,67,715) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 3.70 Lac (3,70,119) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 3.72 Lac (3,72,289) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 3.74 Lac (3,74,279) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 3.76 Lac (3,76,269) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 3.78 Lac (3,78,285) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 3.80 Lac (3,80,275) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 3.82 Lac (3,82,265) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Samba District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 3.82 Lac (3,82,265), with a male population of 1.99 Lac (1,98,570) and a female population of 1.84 Lac (1,83,661). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Samba District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.79%.