India's Census 2027 begins April 1, rolling out in 11 states. This census will be fully digital for the first time.
Key takeaways
Quick scan — what you need to know:
- India's Census 2027 begins April 1, rolling out in 11 states.
- This census will be fully digital for the first time.
- Phase one focuses on house listing and housing details.
- Phase two, scheduled for February 2027, will include population enumeration and the recording of caste information.
Background
What led here, in plain terms:
- Self-enumeration options are available to respondents.
- India's Census 2027 begins April 1, rolling out in 11 states.
- This census will be fully digital for the first time.
- Phase one focuses on house listing and housing details.
Why it matters
Why readers and decision-makers should care:
- This census will be fully digital for the first time.
- Phase one focuses on house listing and housing details.
- Phase two, scheduled for February 2027, will include population enumeration and the recording of caste information.