Self-Enumeration for Census 2027 Begins in Delhi's MCD Wards
Self-enumeration in MCD wards from May1; people to use census portal to submit details
Hindustan Times
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Starting May 1, residents in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) wards can participate in a self-enumeration exercise for Census 2027. The process, which lasts until May 15, allows individuals to submit household details via a dedicated portal. This initiative aims to enhance data accuracy for the upcoming census.
- 01Self-enumeration for Census 2027 runs from May 1 to May 15 in MCD wards.
- 02Residents can submit household details online through a census portal.
- 03An 11-digit self-enumeration ID will be generated for each household.
- 04The portal supports submissions in 16 languages, including Hindi and English.
- 05Census enumerators will verify submitted data during door-to-door visits from May 16 to June 14.
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The self-enumeration exercise for Census 2027 will commence on May 1 in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) wards, excluding the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) and Delhi Cantt areas. Residents will have 15 days to log onto the census portal and provide their household information. This voluntary initiative allows only one login per household, which can be completed by the head of the family or any member using a mobile number. Participants will need to select a language at their first login, and an 11-digit self-enumeration ID will be generated upon submission. This ID must be presented to census enumerators during their door-to-door visits scheduled from May 16 to June 14. The self-enumeration portal will be accessible in 16 languages, including Hindi, English, and Tamil, and features built-in FAQs and validation checks to ensure data accuracy. A toll-free helpline is available for assistance during the process.
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This self-enumeration initiative allows Delhi residents to actively participate in the census, ensuring their data is accurately represented and potentially influencing local resource allocation and planning.
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