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Decadal Population Growth in Indian Cities
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Population information for various cities in India is provided, detailing figures for the years 2011 and 2001. This data allows for insights into population changes over a decade across different Indian cities. It includes city rankings based on 2011 population data and specifies the state or union territory for each city, offering geographical context.
Columns
- Rank: Represents the rank of each city based on its population in the year 2011, with the most populous city having a rank of 1.
- City: Contains the names of the cities for which population data is recorded.
- Population (2011): Displays the population count for each city as of the year 2011.
- Population (2001): Provides the population count for each city as of the year 2001, allowing for analysis of population growth or decline.
- State or Union Territory: Indicates the administrative division (state or union territory) to which each city belongs.
Distribution
The data is available in CSV format. One file specifically lists cities with populations exceeding 1,000,000.
Usage
This data is ideal for analysing population growth or decline in Indian cities over the 2001-2011 decade. It can be used for demographic research, studying urbanisation trends, and comparative analysis between different urban centres.
Coverage
The dataset's geographical scope covers various cities across the states and union territories of India. The time range is specific to the census years of 2001 and 2011. It includes cities with populations of 100,000 and above.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Urban Planners: To analyse urbanisation patterns and plan for infrastructure development.
- Demographers and Researchers: For studying population dynamics and migration trends in India.
- Policy Makers: To inform decisions related to regional development and resource allocation.
- Students and Academics: As a resource for projects and studies in geography, sociology, and economics.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Indian City Population Trends (2001-2011)
- Population of Major Indian Cities: 2001 & 2011
- Decadal Population Growth in Indian Cities
- India Urban Population Census Data (2001, 2011)
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Original Data Source: Decadal Population Growth in Indian Cities
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