Odisha rolls out self-enumeration facility for Census 2027; citizens can fill data onlineBhubaneswar: The self-enumeration facility for Census 2027 has been launched in Odisha, allowing citizens to submit their household and personal information online before enumerators visit homes for the survey.
Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati completed his own self-enumeration online and urged people across the state to participate in the national exercise.
In a message to citizens, the Governor said the census is an important national activity that forms the foundation for planning and development.
“On the commencement of Census 2027, I extend my greetings to the people of Odisha. As the first citizen of the state, I have fulfilled my duty by completing my self-enumeration and I urge everyone to do the same,” he said.
Self-enumeration portal open till April 15
Officials said the online self-enumeration facility is available through the official portal of the Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner of India.
Citizens can submit their household details online before the physical survey begins.
The self-enumeration portal will remain open until midnight of April 15, after which census officials will start visiting households.
First digital census in India
The upcoming census will be the first digital census exercise in the country, conducted by the Government of India.
For the first time, citizens can fill their census details online through a self-enumeration system. Officials said the data submitted online will later be verified by enumerators during their field visits.
House listing phase to start April 16
The House Listing Phase of Census 2027 will begin across all districts of Odisha from April 16 and continue till May 15.
During this phase, enumerators will visit households to collect basic housing information and verify the data submitted online.
More than 1 lakh trained enumerators and over 17,000 supervisors will participate in the census operations across the state.
Population enumeration phase in 2027
The Population Enumeration Phase will be conducted later from February 9 to February 28, 2027.
During this stage, detailed information about individuals such as age, education, occupation, and demographic details will be collected.
How to Fill Census Self-Enumeration Form Online
Citizens in Odisha can fill their census information online by following these simple steps.
Step 1: Visit the Official Census Portal
Go to the official census self-enumeration website provided by the government.
Step 2: Register or Login
Create an account using your mobile number and OTP verification.
After registration, login to the portal.
Step 3: Start Self-Enumeration
After logging in, select the Self-Enumeration option to begin filling your household details.
Step 4: Enter Household Information
Fill basic information about your home such as:
- Address details
- Type of house
- Number of rooms
- Availability of water and sanitation facilities
Step 5: Add Family Members
Enter the details of every member living in the household including:
- Name
- Age
- Gender
- Relationship with head of family
- Education level
- Occupation
Step 6: Review and Submit
Check all the information carefully before submitting.
After submission, a reference number will be generated for your record.
Important Instructions for Citizens
✔ Fill the form with accurate information
✔ Include every family member living in the house
✔ Keep identification details ready while filling the form
✔ Submit the form before April 15 deadline
Officials said the data submitted online will be verified again by enumerators during field visits.
Why Census Data is Important
The census is one of the most important national exercises as it helps the government understand the population and socio-economic conditions of the country.
The data collected helps in:
- Planning government schemes
- Improving healthcare and education services
- Developing infrastructure
- Allocating resources across states and districts
Authorities have urged citizens to cooperate in the census process to ensure accurate and inclusive data collection.
The self-enumeration facility for Census 2027 has been launched in Odisha, allowing citizens to submit their household and personal information online before enumerators visit homes for the survey.