-DC Uttam Singh announces schedule for second phase of Census; door-to-door data collection to continue till February 28, followed by a five-day revision exercise from March 1 to 5
Gurugram : The Haryana Government has notified the schedule for the second phase of Census 2027, under which the population enumeration exercise will be conducted across the state, including Gurugram, from January 25 to February 28, 2027. Citizens will also have the facility of online self-enumeration from January 10 to January 24, 2027, before the commencement of the main exercise. A five-day revisional round will subsequently be conducted from March 1 to 5, 2027.
Sharing the details, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Uttam Singh said that enumerators and supervisors would visit households to collect prescribed information about every family and individual. This year’s Census will be conducted through a digital system, with mobile applications and the online self-enumeration portal playing an important role in the entire process.
Online Self-Enumeration Facility from January 10
Uttam Singh informed that citizens would be able to enter their household details themselves through the online self-enumeration portal, se.census.gov.in, from the comfort of their homes before the main population enumeration exercise begins.
He clarified that self-enumeration is an additional facility available to citizens. Even after submitting information online, enumerators will visit households and verify the details as per the prescribed procedure. This mechanism will help minimise the possibility of households or individuals being left out or counted more than once.
Each Individual to Be Asked 40 Questions
The DC said that information about individuals would be collected through a prescribed questionnaire. According to the training-related information issued in Haryana, the questionnaire will contain 40 questions covering demographic, social, educational and economic activities, language, migration and other designated subjects.
The collected information will serve as an important basis for formulating development plans, assessing the requirements of public facilities and understanding population-related needs across different regions of the country and the state.
Digital System to Strengthen Data Collection and Monitoring
Uttam Singh said Census 2027 would adopt a digital approach to nationwide data collection. Enumerators will record information through designated mobile applications on smartphones. The Census Management and Monitoring System will further strengthen administrative coordination, track operational progress and facilitate field-level monitoring.
The digital mechanism is expected to reduce errors in data collection and help complete the exercise within the stipulated timeframe.
Extensive Preparations Underway in Gurugram
The DC said that the district administration had initiated preparations for the successful conduct of Census 2027. These include deployment of enumerators and supervisors, identification of enumeration blocks and arrangements for the required human resources.
Officials associated with the Census, charge officers, master trainers, field trainers, enumerators and supervisors will receive training in a phased manner. The sessions will cover the Census procedure, questionnaire completion, use of mobile applications, allocation of duties and responsibilities, and compliance with prescribed guidelines.
Highlighting the specific challenges of a rapidly developing district like Gurugram, Uttam Singh said ensuring coverage of all residential areas would be particularly important. Special attention would be given to high-rise buildings, newly developed sectors, rented accommodations, slum settlements and areas with significant migrant populations.
He also appealed to all Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) to extend necessary cooperation to officials and personnel engaged in the Census exercise.
Confidentiality of Citizens’ Information Paramount
Uttam Singh emphasised that maintaining the confidentiality of personal information provided by citizens during the Census would remain a top priority. Necessary safeguards will be implemented in accordance with the provisions of the Census Act, 1948, and the relevant rules to protect citizens’ information.
He urged residents to enter accurate information carefully during self-enumeration and extend full cooperation to enumerators visiting their homes.
Describing the Census as an important national exercise, the DC said its findings would form the foundation for future development programmes and public welfare policies.
He further emphasised that the successful completion of the second phase of Census 2027 would require not only comprehensive administrative preparations but also active public participation. The district administration is committed to ensuring that every eligible individual and household in Gurugram is covered while maintaining data accuracy, transparency and confidentiality, and completing the exercise within the prescribed schedule.