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In Census of India 2011, what is the criteria regarding the density of population for considering a settlement as a Census town?

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SSC Selection Post 2022 Matriculation Level Question Paper (02-Aug-2022) (Shift-4)
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400 persons per sq. km.

The correct answer is 400 persons per sq. km.

The rise in the number of Census towns between different census years (e.g., from 1,362 in 2001 to 3,894 in 2011) indicates the pace of rural-to-urban transition in India. These settlements often lack the necessary infrastructure and administrative setup of statutory towns, posing unique challenges for planning and governance. Understanding the criteria used to define Census towns, particularly the population density requirement of 400 persons per sq. km., is crucial for analyzing India's urban growth patterns and demographic shifts as recorded in the Census of India 2011.

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