Sagar Watch News/ In a push to make the upcoming Census 2027 more efficient and transparent, District Collector Pratibha Pal has appealed to all citizens to actively participate in the nationwide self-enumeration campaign by submitting their details through the official digital portal.
Highlighting the importance of public cooperation, the Collector said the government has simplified the census process this time, enabling citizens to fill in their own information using mobile phones or computers.
She emphasized that self-enumeration not only saves time but also ensures greater data accuracy, which plays a crucial role in shaping development policies.
Citizens can complete the self-enumeration process by April 30 through the official portal, contributing directly to a smooth and successful implementation of Census 2027.
How the Self-Enumeration Process Works
The government has introduced a user-friendly digital system allowing households to register and submit their census data independently.
Special Points
- Digital & Transparent Process: Census 2027 introduces a simplified and transparent online self-enumeration system.
- Deadline: Citizens can complete self-enumeration by April 30.
- Official Portal: Access the service via the official website.
- One Mobile, One Family: Each mobile number can be used to register only one household.
- Language Selection: Users must choose their preferred language at the start, which cannot be changed later.
- Geo-Tagging of Residence: Citizens must mark their exact home location on a digital map.
- Careful Data Entry: All housing and household details must be filled accurately, with an option to review before submission.
- No Edits After Submission: Once submitted, the data cannot be modified.
- Unique SE ID: A unique 11-digit Self-Enumeration ID (starting with ‘H’) will be generated and sent via SMS.
- Enumerator Verification: During field visits, citizens must present their SE ID for verification; any mismatch may result in fresh data collection.
Step-by-Step Process Overview
- Login & Registration: Visit the portal, select your state/UT, and log in with captcha verification.
- Family Registration: Enter the head of the family’s name and a 10-digit mobile number.
- OTP Verification: Choose a language and verify via OTP.
- Location Details: Fill district, tehsil, village/town, and ward details.
- Map Marking: Pinpoint your exact residence on the digital map.
- Fill Questionnaire: Provide housing and household details carefully.
- Review & Save: Check all entries before final submission.
- Final Submission: Submit data to generate SE ID.
- Field Verification: Share SE ID with the census enumerator during their visit.
The administration has stressed that widespread citizen participation is key to ensuring reliable census data, which ultimately supports better governance and targeted development planning across the country.