Understanding India through Census Data -

Population, demographics, literacy, language, religion, economy,
housing and migration statistics from India’s Census ecosystem.

What is a Census?

A CENSUS is the official, systematic collection of demographic, social, and economic data about a population at a specific point in time. In India, it is conducted by the Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India under the Ministry of Home Affairs and is governed by the Census of India Act, 1948.

The Census of India is not just a headcount—it is the statistical backbone of governance, shaping everything from policy decisions to electoral representation. The Census of India is crucial for national planning and development.