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Census of India, Vol. 1: India (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

E. A. Gait

 
9780666384676: Census of India, Vol. 1: India (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A comprehensive, data‑driven look at early 20th‑century India

This volume presents the 1911 Census of India, Volume I, with detailed tables and analysis spanning population distribution, movement, birthplace, religion, age, sex, marriage, education, language, race, occupations, and more. It’s a foundational reference for anyone studying demographic history or social patterns in colonial India.

The book explains how the census was conducted and how the data were organized, offering context for how numbers were gathered and interpreted. It combines narrative overview with extensive tables to show how population varied by region, religion, and other factors, illuminating trends and local differences.
  • Understand the structure of early census data, including methods, regional divisions, and staff roles
  • Explore chapters on population distribution, migration, and birthplace
  • See sections on religion, age, sex, marriage, education, language, caste, tribe, and occupation
  • Find subsidiary and summary tables that support broader demographic insights
Ideal for researchers, students, and history readers seeking a solid, primary source on India’s population and social structure in 1911.

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