This article throws light upon the top two methods of conducting a census. The methods are: 1. De Facto Method of Census 2. De Jure Method of Census. 1. De Facto Method of Census: Under this method, the Census Commission fixes one date for conducting the census throughout the country. It is usually done on a full moon night because [...]
According to different migration streams, it can be divided into four parts: 1. From Rural to Rural Migration 2. From Rural to Urban Migration 3. From Urban to Urban Migration 4. From Urban to Rural Migration. 1. From Rural to Rural Migration (Rural Turnover): Out of the four types of migration, the migration from rural to rural is very important [...]
This article throws light upon the three main sources of demographic data. The sources are: 1. Population Census 2. Registration 3. Sample Surveys. Source # 1. Population Census: The most important source of demographic data is the census. The word "census" is derived from the Latin word censere which means "to assess". The New International Webster's Dictionary defines it thus [...]