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SSC MTS 2019 PYQ — Question 37

SSC MTS Previous Year - 05 August 2019 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q37

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According to the Census 2011, what is the population density of India?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 382 per sq.km.

Population density of India:
  • It is defined as people per sq. km of land area.
  • The population density of India as per Census 2011 is 382 per sq. km.
  • Bihar is the most thickly populated state (1106 persons/sq km.) followed by West Bengal 1028 and Kerala 860.
  • The lowest population density in India: is Arunachal Pradesh with 17 persons per sq km.