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2011 Census Area and Density Data
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Data provides a detailed breakdown of district-level population, area, and density statistics drawn from the 2011 Census of India. It serves as a foundational resource for examining demographic distribution and geographical structure across the nation. The information includes total population figures, counts for male and female residents, population density per square kilometer, and the geographical area in square kilometres for every district, allowing for detailed analysis of demographic distribution.
Columns
- District: Identifies the specific administrative district in India.
- Geographical Area (Sq.Kms): The area of the district measured in square kilometres.
- Population Density: The number of people residing per square kilometre, calculated from the total population and area.
- Male: The recorded count of the male population within the district.
- Female: The recorded count of the female population within the district.
- Total: The combined total population of the district.
- Percentage Share to Total Population: Indicates the district’s proportional contribution to the overall population totals represented in the data.
- Rank: A numeric ranking attributed to the district.
Distribution
The data is structured in a CSV file format named
Area_Population_Density_and_Population_2011_Census.csv, with a size of approximately 10.61 kB. It contains 8 columns and records data for 228 unique districts. All listed fields related to population and geographical area display 100% validity, with no missing entries reported.Usage
This dataset is suitable for various data analytics projects requiring precise 2011 demographic baselines. It is frequently applied in social science research focused on Indian demographics, supporting studies on population trends, urbanisation patterns, and regional analysis.
Coverage
Geographic scope is limited to district-level data across India. The time coverage is fixed exclusively to the official Census conducted in 2011. Key demographics measured include male and female population counts, alongside geographical area and density figures. There is no expected update frequency, as the data represents a historical baseline.
License
CC BY-SA 4.0
Who Can Use It
- Social Scientists: Utilizing the data for detailed demographic studies and spatial analysis of population distribution.
- Data Analysts: Building visualisations and dashboards to highlight regional population disparities and statistics.
- Government and Policy Planners: Informing decisions regarding resource allocation and development.
- Academics: Employing historical population metrics for educational and research purposes.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- India District Population Statistics 2011
- 2011 Census Area and Density Data
- Indian District Demographic Metrics
- India Area and Population Density - Census 2011
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Original Data Source: 2011 Census Area and Density Data
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