Question

According to the census of India (2011), which is the most populous state?

A. West Bengal

B. Bihar

C. Uttar Pradesh

D. Maharashtra

1. B
2. A
3. C
4. D

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : C

The Correct answer is Uttar Pradesh.

• As per the 2011 Census
  • Most Populous State- Uttar Pradesh.
  • Least Populous State- Sikkim.
  • Highest Sex Ratio- Kerala.
  • Highest Literacy- Kerala.
  • Highest Population Density- Bihar

• The Census of India is conducted after every 10 years.
• The first Census began in the year 1872 under the Viceroy Lord Mayo.
• The first complete census was taken in 1881.

• As per the 2011 Census
  • Total Population of India- 1,210,854,977
    • Males- 623,724,568
    • Females- 586,469,294
  • Population Density- 382 per sq Km
  • Sex Ratio- 1000:940
  • Literacy- 74%
    • Males- 82.10%
    • Females- 65.46%