Which of the following statements regarding Urban Population in India

Which of the following statements regarding Urban Population in India as per Census 2011 is/are correct?

  • 1. More than 31% of the total population lives in towns.
  • 2. The number of towns was more than 7500.

Select the answer using the code given below:

1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
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UPSC Geoscientist – 2024
According to Census 2011 data, the total urban population in India was 31.16% of the total population. This is “more than 31%”, making statement 1 correct. The Census 2011 identified a total of 7,935 towns in India, which is “more than 7500”, making statement 2 correct. Both statements are factually correct based on the Census 2011 data on urbanisation in India.
– Census 2011 recorded India’s urban population percentage and the number of towns.
– Urban population: 31.16% of the total population.
– Number of towns: 7,935.
The Census of India defines ‘urban areas’ based on criteria including population size, density, percentage of male working population engaged in non-agricultural pursuits, and the existence of municipal bodies. This classification includes both Statutory Towns and Census Towns.
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