Census 2027: First Phase Begins April 1 with 33-Question Format Notified

• The first phase of Census 2027, focusing on house-listing and housing enumeration, will commence on April 1 and conclude on September 30.
• The government has notified a 33-question format for citizens, covering details from housing materials to amenities and vehicle ownership.
• Questions include flooring and roof materials, number of married couples, sex of household head, cereal consumption, and access to modern facilities like internet and smartphones.
• Enumerators will also collect information on building numbers, ownership status, and whether the head of the household belongs to SC, ST, or other communities.
• The Rs 11,718 crore Census will be conducted in two stages: house-listing (April-September) and population enumeration (February 2027).

Why It Matters: The first phase of Census 2027 begins April 1, collecting detailed household data through 33 questions.