Detail Factual Overview

Demographics

• Population (as per 2011 Census): Approx. 12.5 million
• Major Religions:
  • Islam (majority in Kashmir Valley)
  • Hinduism (majority in Jammu)
  • Sikhism, Buddhism (minority communities)
• Languages:
  • Official: Kashmiri, Dogri, Hindi, Urdu, English
  • Other regional languages: Pahari, Gojri, Punjabi, Ladakhi (in Ladakh)
• Ethnic Groups: Kashmiris, Dogras, Gujjars, Bakarwals, Paharis, Sikhs