Srinagar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Srinagar District has a population of 12.37 Lac (12,36,829) with 6.51 Lac (6,51,124) males and 5.86 Lac (5,85,705) females.The sex ratio in Srinagar is 900, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Srinagar District is 1.58 Lac (1,58,300) which is 12.8% of Srinagar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Srinagar District is 865 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Srinagar District is listed as part of JAMMU & KASHMIR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Srinagar Population Census 2011
- Srinagar 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
Srinagar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Srinagar District current estimated population is projected to be 13.79 Lac (13,78,955), indicating a 11.49% increased from Srinagar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 7.18 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.61 Lac.
Srinagar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Srinagar District estimated population is projected to be 13.89 Lac (13,88,677), projecting a 12.28% increased from Srinagar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 7.23 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.66 Lac.
Srinagar Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Srinagar District, with a total Muslim population of 11.77 Lac (11,77,342), accounting for 95.19% of the Srinagar District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 6.05 Lac (6,05,244), and the Muslim female population is around 5.72 Lac (5,72,098).
Srinagar Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Srinagar District, with a total Hindu population of 42.54 k (42,540), accounting for 3.44% of the Srinagar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 35.93 k (35,925), and the Hindu female population is around 6.62 k (6,615).
Srinagar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 11,77,342 | 95.19% |
| Hindu | 42,540 | 3.44% |
| Sikh | 12,187 | 0.99% |
| Christian | 2,746 | 0.22% |
| Religion not stated | 1,653 | 0.13% |
| Buddhist | 285 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 74 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSrinagar Urban Population
The Urban population of Srinagar District is 12.20 Lac (12,19,516), with 6.42 Lac (6,42,208) being males and 5.77 Lac (5,77,308) being females, making up 98.6% of the Srinagar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 899 females for every 1000 males.
Srinagar Rural Population
The Rural population of Srinagar District is 17.31 k (17,313), with 8.92 k (8,916) being males and 8.40 k (8,397) being females, making up 1.4% of the Srinagar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 942 females for every 1000 males.
Srinagar Literacy Rate
Srinagar District has a literacy rate of 69.41% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Srinagar District is 76.25 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Srinagar District is 61.85 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Srinagar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 69.63%, while in the rural regions of Srinagar District, it is around 53.51%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Srinagar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69.41 | 76.25 | 61.85 |
| Urban Area | 69.63 | 76.43 | 62.11 |
| Rural Area | 53.51 | 63.17 | 43.29 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Srinagar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 68.14 | 74.64 | 61.35 |
| Hindu | 94.42 | 96.47 | 81.91 |
| Sikh | 91.63 | 94.9 | 87.22 |
| Christian | 80.42 | 87.43 | 67.06 |
Srinagar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Srinagar District is 1.07 k (1,068) with 995 (995) males and 73 (73) females, which is 0.09% of Srinagar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 74 females for every 1000 males.
Srinagar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Srinagar District is 8.94 k (8,935) with 5.02 k (5,021) males and 3.91 k (3,914) females, which is 0.72% of Srinagar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 780 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Srinagar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 900 |
| Urban Area | 899 |
| Rural Area | 942 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Srinagar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 946 |
| Hindu | 185 |
| Sikh | 748 |
| Christian | 551 |
Srinagar Area & Households
The Total Area of Srinagar District is 1,979 Square KM, with a population density of 625 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Srinagar District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Srinagar District are 11.The Total Number of households in Srinagar District are 1.92 Lac(1,91,678).
Srinagar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Srinagar District, there are about 4.07 Lac (4,07,188) workers, making up nearly 32.92% of the Srinagar District total population. Out of these, around 3.33 Lac (3,33,151) are male workers, and about 74.04 k (74,037) are female workers.
Srinagar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Srinagar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,84,676, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 12,36,829 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 30.21% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 19.12%.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.
Srinagar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,84,676 to 12,36,829.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 30.21%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.85 Lac | ---- | ---- | 98.25 k | 86.42 k |
| 1911 | 2.05 Lac | 19.91 k | 10.77941909 | 1.10 Lac | 94.94 k |
| 1921 | 2.23 Lac | 18.64 k | 9.111216474 | 1.20 Lac | 1.03 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.56 Lac | 32.56 k | 14.58407064 | 1.39 Lac | 1.16 Lac |
| 1941 | 2.92 Lac | 35.74 k | 13.97461861 | 1.59 Lac | 1.33 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.34 Lac | 42.03 k | 14.41812282 | 1.81 Lac | 1.53 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.76 Lac | 42.03 k | 12.60155777 | 2.02 Lac | 1.73 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.89 Lac | 1.13 Lac | 30.20738204 | 2.64 Lac | 2.25 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.08 Lac | 1.19 Lac | 24.37459359 | 3.25 Lac | 2.84 Lac |
| 1991* | 7.89 Lac | 1.81 Lac | 29.79166256 | 4.25 Lac | 3.64 Lac |
| 2001 | 10.28 Lac | 2.38 Lac | 30.1754386 | 5.58 Lac | 4.69 Lac |
| 2011 | 12.37 Lac | 2.09 Lac | 20.35273969 | 6.51 Lac | 5.86 Lac |
Srinagar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13.79 Lac (13,78,955) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 13.89 Lac (13,88,677) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 13.98 Lac (13,98,199) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 14.08 Lac (14,07,520) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 14.17 Lac (14,16,841) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 14.26 Lac (14,26,163) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 14.35 Lac (14,35,484) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 14.44 Lac (14,43,903) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 14.52 Lac (14,51,621) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 14.59 Lac (14,59,338) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 14.67 Lac (14,67,156) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 14.75 Lac (14,74,874) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 14.83 Lac (14,82,592) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Srinagar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 14.83 Lac (14,82,592), with a male population of 7.64 Lac (7,64,489) and a female population of 7.18 Lac (7,18,221). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Srinagar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.7%.