DEMOGRAPHIC FEATURES
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What is the approximate share of rural population in India's total population as per the 2011 Census?
About 68.8% of India's total population lives in rural areas, making rural development a critical policy priority.
What percentage of India's population lived in rural areas according to the 2011 Census?
Approximately 68.84% population resided in rural areas.
How is a 'rural area' defined for census purposes in India?
An area is classified as rural if it is not a statutory town or urban agglomeration; specifically, villages with a population below 5,000, a population density below 400 per sq km, and less than 75% of the male workforce engaged in non-agricultural activities.
What is the number of villages in India as per the 2011 Census?
India has approximately 6.40 lakh inhabited villages.
What is India's approximate total population as recorded in the 2011 Census?
India's population was approximately 121 crore (1.21 billion) as per the 2011 Census, making it the second most populous country in the world.
What is the definition of a town as per Census of India?
A place with 5,000+ population, 75% male workers in non-agriculture, and 400 persons/sq km density.
What is the decadal population growth rate of India as per the 2011 Census?
The decadal growth rate (2001–2011) was 17.7%, which was lower than the previous decade's 21.5%, indicating a declining but still significant growth trajectory.
What is the urban population of India as recorded in the 2011 Census?
Urban population was approximately 37.70 crore (31.16%).
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