According to the Census 2011, in India, what is the percentage of peop

According to the Census 2011, in India, what is the percentage of people (approximately) considered to be migrants (internal), i.e., now settled in a place different from their previous residence?

25%

35%

45%

55%

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According to the Census of India 2011 data, the total number of migrants by place of last residence was about 45.6 crore. The total population of India as per Census 2011 was about 121.08 crore. Calculating the percentage gives approximately (45.6 / 121.08) * 100 ≈ 37.66%. Among the given options, 35% is the closest approximation.

– Census defines a migrant as a person whose place of last usual residence is different from the place of enumeration.
– The figure includes both inter-state and intra-state migrants.

Migration is a significant factor in India’s demographic and socio-economic landscape, influencing urbanisation, labour markets, and social dynamics. The Census provides detailed data on reasons for migration (work, education, marriage, etc.).

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