Udhampur Population in 2026
In 2026, Udhampur Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 3.12 Lac (3,11,512), indicating a 13.05% increased from Udhampur's population in the 2011 census. In 2026, the estimated male population is 1.69 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.42 Lac.
Udhampur Estimated Population in 2027
In the year 2027, Udhampur Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 3.14 Lac (3,13,588), projecting a 13.8% increased from Udhampur's population in the 2011 census. In 2027, the estimated male population is 1.70 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.43 Lac.
Udhampur Census 2011: Key Statistics and Insights
As per the 2011 Census, Udhampur Tehsil has a population of 2.76 Lac (2,75,559) with 1.51 Lac (1,51,318) males and 1.24 Lac (1,24,241) females.The sex ratio in Udhampur is 822, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Udhampur Tehsil is 37.70 k (37,702) which is 13.68% of Udhampur Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Udhampur Tehsil is 877 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Udhampur Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Udhampur District in the state of JAMMU & KASHMIR in India.
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Udhampur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Udhampur Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 2.43 Lac (2,42,666), accounting for 88.06% of the Udhampur Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.34 Lac (1,33,705), and the Hindu female population is around 1.09 Lac (1,08,961).
Udhampur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Udhampur Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 27.38 k (27,376), accounting for 9.93% of the Udhampur Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 14.43 k (14,428), and the Muslim female population is around 12.95 k (12,948).
Udhampur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 2,42,666 | 88.06% |
| Muslim | 27,376 | 9.93% |
| Sikh | 3,258 | 1.18% |
| Christian | 1,709 | 0.62% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 235 | 0.09% |
| Religion not stated | 182 | 0.07% |
| Buddhist | 96 | 0.03% |
| Jain | 37 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationUdhampur Urban Population
The Urban population of Udhampur Tehsil is 97.73 k (97,731), with 58.33 k (58,329) being males and 39.40 k (39,402) being females, making up 35.47% of the Udhampur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 676 females for every 1000 males.
Udhampur Rural Population
The Rural population of Udhampur Tehsil is 1.78 Lac (1,77,828), with 92.99 k (92,989) being males and 84.84 k (84,839) being females, making up 64.53% of the Udhampur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 913 females for every 1000 males.
Udhampur Literacy Rate
Udhampur Tehsil has a literacy rate of 74.28% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Udhampur Tehsil is 82.69 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Udhampur Tehsil is 63.94 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Udhampur Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.59%, while in the rural regions of Udhampur Tehsil, it is around 65.9%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Udhampur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74.28 | 82.69 | 63.94 |
| Urban Area | 88.59 | 92.95 | 81.98 |
| Rural Area | 65.9 | 75.74 | 55.15 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Udhampur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 75.87 | 84.15 | 65.59 |
| Muslim | 56.93 | 66.59 | 46.22 |
| Sikh | 92.8 | 95.57 | 89.03 |
| Christian | 77.3 | 81.56 | 71.38 |
Udhampur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Udhampur Tehsil is 55.90 k (55,903) with 29.16 k (29,155) males and 26.75 k (26,748) females, which is 20.29% of Udhampur Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 918 females for every 1000 males.
Udhampur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Udhampur Tehsil is 22.67 k (22,674) with 11.77 k (11,766) males and 10.91 k (10,908) females, which is 8.23% of Udhampur Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 928 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Udhampur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 822 |
| Urban Area | 676 |
| Rural Area | 913 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Udhampur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 815 |
| Muslim | 898 |
| Sikh | 730 |
| Christian | 750 |
Udhampur Area & Households
The Total Area of Udhampur Tehsil is 808.71 Square KM, with a population density of 341 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Udhampur Tehsil are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Udhampur Tehsil are 152.The Total Number of households in Udhampur Tehsil are 50.56 k(50,555).
Udhampur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Udhampur Tehsil, there are about 1.19 Lac (1,19,389) workers, making up nearly 43.33% of the Udhampur Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 88.61 k (88,609) are male workers, and about 30.78 k (30,780) are female workers.
Udhampur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3.12 Lac (3,11,512) | 13.05% | ↑ |
| 2027 | 3.14 Lac (3,13,588) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 3.16 Lac (3,15,665) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 3.18 Lac (3,17,742) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 3.20 Lac (3,19,819) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 3.22 Lac (3,21,694) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 3.23 Lac (3,23,414) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 3.25 Lac (3,25,133) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 3.27 Lac (3,26,875) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 3.29 Lac (3,28,595) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 3.30 Lac (3,30,314) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Udhampur Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 3.30 Lac (3,30,314), with a male population of 1.78 Lac (1,77,664) and a female population of 1.52 Lac (1,52,351). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Udhampur Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.68%.