Jammu is the winter capital of Jammu and Kashmir and the second most populous city in the union territory after Srinagar. It is an important administrative, cultural, and commercial center of the Jammu region.
According to the provisional Census 2011 reports, Jammu City had a population of 5.02 lakh (5,02,197). Over the years, steady urban development and migration have contributed to its population growth.
Based on recent trends, the estimated population of Jammu in 2026 is around 6.50 lakh.
🔗 Also read about: Srinagar Population
Census 2011 Quick Facts
Indicator | Value |
| Total Population | 5,02,197 (5.02 Lakh) |
| Male Population | 2,63,141 |
| Female Population | 2,39,056 |
| Children (0–6 Years) | 45,642 |
| Average Literacy | 90.14% |
| Sex Ratio | 908 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 831 |
📌 Key Takeaways (Census 2011)
Jammu’s estimated population in 2026 is about 6.50 lakh, showing steady urban growth.
In 2011, the city had a population of 5.02 lakh, with males forming a slightly higher share than females.
The literacy rate stood at 90.14%, indicating a well-educated urban population.
The sex ratio was 908 females per 1000 males, while the child sex ratio was 831.
Children aged 0–6 years formed about 10.3% of the total population.
Jammu Historical Population
As per Census 2011, Jammu recorded a population growth rate of 9.45% during 2001–2011. The growth rate between 2011 and 2021 was estimated at around 8%, reflecting moderate and stable urban expansion.
Population Growth (1901–2021)
| Year | Population | Actual Change | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 36,130 | – | – |
| 1911 | 31,726 | -4,404 | -12.19% |
| 1921 | 31,506 | -220 | -0.69% |
| 1931 | 38,613 | 7,107 | 22.56% |
| 1941 | 50,379 | 11,766 | 30.47% |
| 1951 | 76,558 | 26,179 | 51.96% |
| 1961 | 102,738 | 26,180 | 34.20% |
| 1971 | 156,279 | 53,541 | 52.11% |
| 1981 | 211,121 | 54,842 | 35.09% |
| 1991 | – | – | – |
| 2001 | 458,821 | – | – |
| 2011 | 502,197 | 43,376 | 9.45% |
| 2021 (Est.) | 545,000 | 42,803 | 8.52% |
Source: Census 2011
Jammu District Population
Jammu is the most populous of the districts of Jammu and Kashmir in India. As per census 2011, the Jammu District population is 1,529,958 (15.29 Lakhs) of which 813,821 are males and 716,137 are females. The literacy rate is 83.45% & the Male-Female Sex ratio is 880.
👉 Estimated Population of Jammu District in 2026 is 19 Lakh
| Indicator | Census 2011 |
| Total Population | 1,529,958 |
| Area | 2342 sq. km |
| Population Density | 654 per sq. km. |
| Average Literacy (%) | 71.92% |
| Sex Ratio | 880 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 795 |
🔗 Also read about: Jammu & Kashmir Population