The Census 2027 has begun on a strong note, with more than 5.72 lakh households opting for the self-enumeration facility in its initial phase, according to the Registrar General of India.
This marks a significant shift towards digital participation in one of India’s largest administrative exercises. Officials said the growing response highlights increasing public trust in technology-driven governance under Census 2027.
Rising Participation in Digital Census 2027
The Registrar General of India stated that citizens who have chosen online self-enumeration are contributing to a faster and more efficient process. The Census 2027 introduces this feature for the first time, allowing people to submit their details digitally before physical verification.
The self-enumeration window opened on April 1 in select states and Union territories and will be followed by house visits by enumerators starting April 16.
Where Census 2027 Self-Enumeration is Available
The Census 2027 digital portal has been launched in regions including Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Goa, Karnataka, Sikkim, Odisha, Lakshadweep, Mizoram, and areas under the New Delhi Municipal Council and Delhi Cantonment.
Citizens can fill in details online and generate a unique ID, which will later be verified by officials during the Houselisting and Housing Operations (HLO).
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Two-Phase Structure of Census 2027
The Census 2027 will be conducted in two phases. The first phase focuses on houselisting, where data on housing conditions, amenities, and households will be collected. The second phase, scheduled for next year, will involve population enumeration.
For the first time, the entire exercise is being digitized, with enumerators using mobile applications to gather and verify data efficiently.
A Major Step Towards Digital India
The Census 2027 represents a major leap towards digital governance and efficient public data management. By integrating technology, the government aims to improve accuracy, transparency, and speed in data collection.
With lakhs of households already participating, officials expect the numbers to grow significantly as awareness about Census 2027 spreads across the country.