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Housing is an important component of development as it plays a critical role in providing people with a basic need – a safe, secure and comfortable place to live. Access to adequate housing is not only essential for meeting the […]

Dwelling Unit is defined as the accommodation occupied by a household for its residential purpose. It may be an entire structure or a part thereof or may consist of more than one structure. On the other hand of more than […]

The data collected during the House-listing and Housing Census is compiled and analyzed by the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India. The data is used for a range of purposes, including the formulation and implementation of […]

In the Indian census, house-listings are an important part of the enumeration process. House-listings refer to the enumeration of all households in a given area, including information on the number of persons living in each household, their age, sex, and […]

In India, the definition of rural and urban areas for the census is based on population size, density, and occupation. According to the Census of India, an area is considered rural if it has a population of less than 5,000 […]

The Census of India conducted in 1971 defined a house and household as follows: Census House:  as a building or part of a building having a separate main entrance from the road or common courtyard or stair case etc. Used […]

Shelter is considered a basic human requirement, along with food, water, and clothing. It provides protection and security, and is essential for physical and emotional well-being. Here are some reasons why shelter is considered a basic requirement: Investments in shelter […]