Census 2027 Initiates in Uttar Pradesh with 525,000 Officers Deployed
Census 2027: Phase 1 begins this month, 525,000 officers deployed in Uttar Pradesh
Hindustan Times
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The Census 2027 in Uttar Pradesh will occur in two phases, starting with house-listing from May 22 to June 20, 2026, followed by population enumeration in February 2027. Approximately 525,000 officers will oversee the census, which will include caste enumeration for the first time since 1931.
- 01Census 2027 will be conducted in two phases: house-listing from May 22 to June 20, 2026, and population enumeration in February 2027.
- 02Caste enumeration will be included for the first time in decades, alongside standard demographic data collection.
- 03A total of 525,000 officers will be deployed for the census operations in Uttar Pradesh.
- 04Self-enumeration will be optional, allowing individuals to submit their information online from May 7 to May 21, 2026.
- 05The census will utilize a digital approach for the first time, ensuring confidentiality of personal data.
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The Census 2027 in Uttar Pradesh will be conducted in two phases: the house-listing and housing census (HLO) from May 22 to June 20, 2026, followed by population enumeration in February 2027. This census marks a significant change as it will include caste enumeration for the first time since the last comprehensive count between 1881 and 1931. Sheetal Verma, the director of Census Operations in Uttar Pradesh, announced that approximately 525,000 officers will be deployed for this extensive operation across 1.04 lakh villages and 75 districts. The census will be conducted digitally, allowing for an optional self-enumeration period from May 7 to May 21, 2026, where individuals can enter their information online. The data collected will focus on housing conditions, amenities, and personal attributes, ensuring that all information remains confidential and used solely for planning development. This census will be the 16th since 1872 and the eighth since India's independence.
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The Census 2027 will provide critical data that can influence resource allocation, policy-making, and development planning in Uttar Pradesh.
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