What is the allocated budget for Census 2027 in India?

The Union Budget has allocated Rs 6,000 crore for Census 2027.

When will the Census 2027 in India commence?

The Census 2027 is scheduled to commence on April 1, 2027, with a reference date of March 1, 2027, for most of the country.

What new features will Census 2027 include?

Census 2027 will be fully digital, include caste enumeration, and offer a self-enumeration option for citizens.

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Census 2027 Kicks Off With Rs 6,000 Crore Budget

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Union Budget allocates Rs 6,000 crore for Census 2027, a significant increase.
The decadal census, delayed by COVID-19, will begin April 1, 2027.
Census 2027 will be fully digital, including caste enumeration and self-enumeration options.

Census 2027 Kicks Off With Rs 6,000 Crore Budget

The Union Budget has earmarked Rs 6,000 crore for Census 2027, a notable increase from previous allocations, signaling the commencement of India's 16th population head count. This significant undertaking, originally scheduled for 2021, faced delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic and is now set to begin on April 1, 2027.

The reference date for the Census will be March 1, 2027, for most of the country, while snow-bound regions like Ladakh will use an earlier reference date of October 1, 2026. The Census will be conducted by approximately 30 lakh enumerators and supervisors utilizing digital devices, reflecting a move towards modernization.