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SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 26

SSC CGL - 25 July 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q26

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As per the Census data, What was the density of population in India in 2011?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

  • The population density of a country is calculated by dividing the total population by the total land area. For India in 2011, the Census data reported a population density of 382 persons per square kilometer. Here’s a breakdown of what this means:

  • Population Density Definition: Population density is a measure of how many people live per unit area of land. It provides insight into how crowded or spacious a region is.

  • India’s Population and Land Area: In 2011, India's population was approximately 1.21 billion people. The country’s total land area is about 3.29 million square kilometers.

  • Calculation:

    • To find the density, you divide the total population by the total land area.
    • Using the figures: 1,210,000,000 people ÷ 3,290,000 sq km ≈ 367 people/sq km.
    • The reported density of 382 persons/sq km might reflect adjusted figures considering factors like administrative boundaries or urban-rural distinctions.