Jammu and Kashmir, a Union Territory in northern India, is renowned for its stunning Himalayan scenery and cultural diversity. Spanning 42,241 km² (Indian-administered), it has 6,652 villages and a population of 12,258,433 (2011 Census). Srinagar (summer) and Jammu (winter) are capitals, under the Jammu and Kashmir High Court. Reorganized on October 31, 2019, its 20 districts foster tourism and handicrafts.
In Jammu and Kashmir, villages are categorized based on their population. Here’s a breakdown of the number of villages within each population range:
| District Name in English | District Name | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (/km²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anantnag | अनंतनाग | |||
| Bandipora | बांदीपोरा | |||
| Baramulla | बारामूला | |||
| Budgam | बडगाम | |||
| Doda | डोडा | |||
| Ganderbal | गांदरबल | |||
| Jammu | जम्मू | |||
| Kathua | कठुआ | |||
| Kishtwar | किश्तवाड़ | |||
| Kulgam | कुलगाम | |||
| Kupwara | कुपवाड़ा | |||
| Poonch | पुंछ | |||
| Pulwama | पुलवामा | |||
| Rajouri | राजौरी | |||
| Ramban | रामबन | |||
| Reasi | रियासी | |||
| Samba | सांबा | |||
| Shopian | शोपियां | |||
| Srinagar | श्रीनगर | |||
| Udhampur | उधमपुर |
As per the 2011 Census, Jammu and Kashmir has a total population of 12541302 people, with 3433242 residing in urban areas and 9108060 in rural regions. The population density of Jammu and Kashmir is approximately 124/ km² (people per square kilometer), reflecting its high concentration of inhabitants across both urban and rural landscapes.
| Particulars | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9108060 | 3433242 | 12541302 |
| Male Population | 4774477 | 1866185 | 6640662 |
| Female Population | 4333583 | 1567057 | 5900640 |
As of the latest data, the population density of Jammu and Kashmir is approximately 124/ km² (people per square kilometer). The breakdown is as follows:
| Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 91 | 2755 | 124/ km² |
As per the 2011 Census, Jammu and Kashmir has a total of 21,19,718 households, with 15,53,433 in rural areas and 5,66,285 in urban regions.
| Particulars | Households |
|---|---|
| Rural Households | 15,53,433 |
| Urban Households | 5,66,285 |
| Total Households | 21,19,718 |
| State Overview | |
|---|---|
| State/UT Name | Jammu and Kashmir - (जम्मू आणि काश्मीर) |
| Capital | Srinagar |
| Established | 26-Oct-1947 |
| Total Area | 2,22,236 km² |
| Total Villages | 7251 |
| Sex Ratio (2011) | 888 |
| Population Density | 124/ km² |
| Total Population (2011) | 1,25,41,302 |
| High Court | Jammu and Kashmir High Court |
| Total Population | Villages in Jammu and Kashmir |
|---|---|
| less than 200 | 513 |
| 200-499 | 1275 |
| 500-999 | 1521 |
| 1000-1999 | 1641 |
| 2000-4999 | 1152 |
| 5000-9999 | 212 |
| 10000 and above | 23 |
All survey data of Jammu and Kashmir villages are based on the Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, 2015 (censusindia.gov.in). Open Government Data Platform India. Published under National Data Sharing and Accessibility Policy (NDSAP).