The Government of India has officially notified a set of 33 questions that will be asked during the first phase of the upcoming Census 2027, marking a significant step in preparations for the country’s largest population exercise.
Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India Mritunjay Kumar Narayan outlined the framework and timeline for the nationwide enumeration process. He confirmed that the Census will be conducted in two distinct phases to ensure comprehensive and accurate data collection.
According to the Commissioner, the first phase will focus on House Listing and Self-Enumeration, scheduled to take place between April 1 and September 30, 2027. The exact timelines will be determined by individual States and Union Territories based on their administrative preparedness.
This phase aims to gather essential information about housing conditions, household assets, and basic demographic details. The government has streamlined the process by finalising a structured questionnaire consisting of 33 key questions.
In a move to modernise the Census process, the government will offer a self-enumeration option through a dedicated online portal. Citizens will be able to fill in their details independently, reducing the need for physical interaction with enumerators and improving efficiency.
To ensure inclusivity and accessibility, the self-enumeration portal will be available in 16 languages, enabling wider participation across India’s linguistically diverse population.
Officials believe that the combination of traditional house listing and digital self-enumeration will enhance both the accuracy and reach of the Census. The initiative is also expected to ease logistical challenges and speed up data collection.
The second phase of Census 2027, which will involve population enumeration, is expected to be announced in due course.
The Census serves as the backbone for policy planning, governance, and resource allocation in India. With updated methodologies and a digital-first approach, Census 2027 is set to play a crucial role in shaping the country’s development roadmap for the coming decade.
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