Udhampur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Udhampur District has a population of 5.55 Lac (5,54,985) with 2.97 Lac (2,96,784) males and 2.58 Lac (2,58,201) females.The sex ratio in Udhampur is 870, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Udhampur District is 84.33 k (84,332) which is 15.2% of Udhampur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Udhampur District is 887 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Udhampur District is listed as part of JAMMU & KASHMIR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Udhampur Population Census 2011
- Udhampur 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
Udhampur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Udhampur District current estimated population is projected to be 6.19 Lac (6,18,759), indicating a 11.49% increased from Udhampur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.27 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.91 Lac.
Udhampur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Udhampur District estimated population is projected to be 6.23 Lac (6,23,122), projecting a 12.28% increased from Udhampur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.30 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.94 Lac.
Udhampur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Udhampur District, with a total Hindu population of 4.89 Lac (4,89,044), accounting for 88.12% of the Udhampur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.62 Lac (2,62,013), and the Hindu female population is around 2.27 Lac (2,27,031).
Udhampur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Udhampur District, with a total Muslim population of 59.77 k (59,771), accounting for 10.77% of the Udhampur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 31.22 k (31,219), and the Muslim female population is around 28.55 k (28,552).
Udhampur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 4,89,044 | 88.12% |
| Muslim | 59,771 | 10.77% |
| Sikh | 3,418 | 0.62% |
| Christian | 1,962 | 0.35% |
| Religion not stated | 392 | 0.07% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 235 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 106 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 57 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationUdhampur Urban Population
The Urban population of Udhampur District is 1.08 Lac (1,08,208), with 63.81 k (63,810) being males and 44.40 k (44,398) being females, making up 19.5% of the Udhampur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 696 females for every 1000 males.
Udhampur Rural Population
The Rural population of Udhampur District is 4.47 Lac (4,46,777), with 2.33 Lac (2,32,974) being males and 2.14 Lac (2,13,803) being females, making up 80.5% of the Udhampur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 918 females for every 1000 males.
Udhampur Literacy Rate
Udhampur District has a literacy rate of 68.49% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Udhampur District is 78.36 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Udhampur District is 57.1 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Udhampur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.96%, while in the rural regions of Udhampur District, it is around 63.42%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Udhampur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68.49 | 78.36 | 57.1 |
| Urban Area | 87.96 | 92.56 | 81.21 |
| Rural Area | 63.42 | 74.14 | 51.8 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Udhampur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.14 | 79.94 | 58.79 |
| Muslim | 52.48 | 63.12 | 40.83 |
| Sikh | 92.78 | 95.65 | 88.87 |
| Christian | 77.32 | 81.96 | 70.93 |
Udhampur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Udhampur District is 1.39 Lac (1,38,569) with 72.09 k (72,093) males and 66.48 k (66,476) females, which is 24.97% of Udhampur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 923 females for every 1000 males.
Udhampur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Udhampur District is 56.31 k (56,309) with 29.14 k (29,142) males and 27.17 k (27,167) females, which is 10.15% of Udhampur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 933 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Udhampur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 870 |
| Urban Area | 696 |
| Rural Area | 918 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Udhampur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 867 |
| Muslim | 915 |
| Sikh | 732 |
| Christian | 755 |
Udhampur Area & Households
The Total Area of Udhampur District is 2,637 Square KM, with a population density of 210 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Udhampur District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Udhampur District are 331.The Total Number of households in Udhampur District are 99.24 k(99,240).
Udhampur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Udhampur District, there are about 2.44 Lac (2,43,672) workers, making up nearly 43.91% of the Udhampur District total population. Out of these, around 1.64 Lac (1,63,845) are male workers, and about 79.83 k (79,827) are female workers.
Udhampur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Udhampur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,00,454, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 5,54,985 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 32.67% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 17.31%.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.
Udhampur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,00,454 to 5,54,985.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 32.67%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.00 Lac | ---- | ---- | 53.08 k | 47.38 k |
| 1911 | 1.08 Lac | 7.56 k | 7.523841758 | 57.13 k | 50.88 k |
| 1921 | 1.13 Lac | 4.80 k | 4.445802318 | 59.52 k | 53.29 k |
| 1931 | 1.20 Lac | 7.19 k | 6.374208875 | 63.11 k | 56.89 k |
| 1941 | 1.30 Lac | 10.35 k | 8.627140536 | 68.52 k | 61.84 k |
| 1951 | 1.44 Lac | 13.40 k | 10.27708311 | 75.37 k | 68.39 k |
| 1961 | 1.57 Lac | 13.40 k | 9.319328023 | 82.26 k | 74.90 k |
| 1971 | 2.08 Lac | 51.34 k | 32.67091733 | 1.09 Lac | 99.86 k |
| 1981 | 2.71 Lac | 62.27 k | 29.8654644 | 1.40 Lac | 1.31 Lac |
| 1991* | 3.55 Lac | 83.95 k | 31.00423618 | 1.89 Lac | 1.66 Lac |
| 2001 | 4.59 Lac | 1.05 Lac | 29.53813104 | 2.49 Lac | 2.11 Lac |
| 2011 | 5.55 Lac | 95.50 k | 20.7838759 | 2.97 Lac | 2.58 Lac |
Udhampur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.19 Lac (6,18,759) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 6.23 Lac (6,23,122) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 6.27 Lac (6,27,394) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 6.32 Lac (6,31,577) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 6.36 Lac (6,35,760) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 6.40 Lac (6,39,942) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 6.44 Lac (6,44,125) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 6.48 Lac (6,47,903) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 6.51 Lac (6,51,366) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 6.55 Lac (6,54,829) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 6.58 Lac (6,58,337) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 6.62 Lac (6,61,800) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 6.65 Lac (6,65,263) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Udhampur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 6.65 Lac (6,65,263), with a male population of 3.48 Lac (3,48,457) and a female population of 3.17 Lac (3,16,619). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Udhampur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.79%.