SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 34

SSC CGL - 24 July 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q34

As per the 2011 Census, what is the density of the population of India?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 382 persons/km²

As per the 2011 Census, the population density of India is 382 persons per square kilometer. This figure is derived by dividing the total population of India (1.21 billion) by its land area.

The population density varies significantly across different states and union territories, with some urban areas showing much higher density compared to rural regions.

This statistic highlights the pressure on resources and infrastructure in densely populated areas, especially in cities.