Beggars and Vagrants Population ( Census 2011 )
This dataset presents state/UT-wise total count of beggars and vagrants in India as per Census 2011, supporting analysis of destitution prevalence and SMILE scheme planning.
About Dataset
This dataset provides state and UT-wise data on the total number of beggars and vagrants in India as recorded in Census 2011. Sourced from the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, it supports analysis of destitution and vagrancy prevalence across states, inter-state comparison, and serves as a baseline for planning rehabilitation programmes under the SMILE scheme for comprehensive rehabilitation of persons engaged in begging.
Purpose of Dataset
To Analyse State/ut-wise Prevalence Of Beggars And Vagrants From Census 2011 As A Baseline For Destitution Mapping And Smile Scheme Planning.
Dataset Metadata
Open Government License, India
India
Social
Department of social justice (DoSJE)
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Tags
- Census 2011
- State-wise
- MoSJE
- rehabilitation
- vagrants
- beggars
- destitution
- SMILE
License Control
Open Government License, India
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