Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Human Settlements

Question:

Which one of the following is NOT the part of the definition of a town as per the census of India?

Options:

Population density of 400 persons per sq km

Presence of municipality, corporation, etc.

More than 75% of the population engaged in primary sector.

Population size of more than 5,000 persons

Correct Answer:

More than 75% of the population engaged in primary sector.

Explanation:

The 2011 Census defines towns of two types: statutory town and Census Town. Statutory town is defined as all places with a Municipality, Corporation, Cantonment Board or notified town area committee. Census towns are defined as places that satisfy the following criteria:

  1. Minimum population of 5,000
  2. At least 75% of male working population engaged in non-agricultural pursuits
  3. Density of population at least 400/km2