Census 2027 Odisha – Houselisting Phase & Self Enumeration Dates | R&DM Notification No.13690
Census 2027 Odisha – Houselisting Phase & Self Enumeration Dates
Department: Revenue & Disaster Management Department, Government of Odisha
Notification No: 13690 | Date: 02.02.2026
The 1st phase of Census 2027 (Houselisting and Housing Census) in Odisha will be conducted from 16th April 2026 to 15th May 2026.
Self Enumeration facility is available from 1st April 2026 to 15th April 2026.
Official Schedule of Census 2027 in Odisha
| Phase | Period | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Self Enumeration | 1st April 2026 – 15th April 2026 | 15 days – Citizens can fill data online before Houselisting starts |
| Houselisting & Housing Census (Phase-1) | 16th April 2026 – 15th May 2026 | Data on housing conditions, household amenities and assets |
| Population Enumeration (Phase-2) | February 2027 | Individual demographic, socio-cultural, economic, migration & fertility data |
| Revisional Round | 1st March 2027 – 5th March 2027 | Final correction round |
Important for Public:
• Every person is legally bound to answer census questions (Section 8 of Census Act, 1948).
• Occupiers must allow access to census officers and permit affixing of numbers.
• False information or refusal can attract fine up to ₹1,000 and imprisonment up to 3 years.
• All individual data is strictly confidential under Section 15 of the Census Act.
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1. What are the dates for Houselisting Census in Odisha?
Houselisting and Housing Census will be conducted from 16th April 2026 to 15th May 2026.
2. What is the last date for Self Enumeration in Census 2027 Odisha?
Self Enumeration facility is open from 1st April 2026 to 15th April 2026.
3. When will Population Enumeration (Phase-2) be conducted?
Population Enumeration will be held in February 2027, followed by Revisional Round from 1st to 5th March 2027.
4. Is it compulsory to answer census questions?
Yes. Every citizen is legally bound to answer all questions asked by census officers under the Census Act, 1948.