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Census 2027 India goes fully digital with mobile data and deeper caste enumeration
India
Published on 25 April 2026
A worldwide first: mobile counting with caste detail
India is preparing for Census 2027, its 16th national count, set to become the world’s largest digital enumeration exercise. The plan includes digital integration and mobile-based data collection to capture detailed demographic, social, and economic information. Authorities also intend to conduct comprehensive caste enumeration, with government funding approved to support accurate policymaking.
- Census 2027 will use digital systems and mobile data collection
- Demographic, social, and economic details will be captured at scale
- Comprehensive caste enumeration is planned
- Government funding has been approved to enable accurate data
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