Self-enumeration for census begins in southern districts; residents can pre-register online until July 31
Residents in several southern districts can pre-register for self-enumeration at https://se.census.gov.in until July 31; enumerators will visit homes between August 1–30 and households should show the assigned ID.
Self-enumeration for the 2027 population census has started in southern districts including Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Thoothukudi and Nagercoil. Officials said residents can pre-register for self-enumeration on the website https://se.census.gov.in.
Those who pre-register will receive an identity number; enumerators visiting houses between August 1 and 30 will ask households to provide that ID. After submission, a 12‑digit identifier will be generated and sent by SMS or email to the household, the announcement said.
Administrative details released include 2,298 urban house-listing blocks, 2,374 enumerators and 397 supervisors appointed for the exercise. A helpline number (1855) has been provided for assistance with online registration.
District collectors and other officials have held briefings and arranged support for both urban and rural areas. Authorities urged all households to participate by registering online and to present the assigned identity number when enumerators call.
Courtesy: Hindu Tamil Thisai