India was the first country in the world to launch an official National Family Planning Programme in 1952. Rapid population growth was identified as a major bottleneck to development in the First Five-Year Plan (1951–56).
Established in May 2000 under the Prime Minister to review policy implementation and promote inter-sectoral coordination.
| Demographic Indicator / Parameter | Official Metric (Census 2011 / NFHS) |
|---|---|
| Total Population of India (2011) | 1,21,08,54,977 (121.08 Crore) |
| Male Population Share | 51.47% |
| Female Population Share | 48.53% |
| 0–6 Years Child Share | 13.6% |
| Decadal Population Growth (2001–2011) | 17.7% |
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India's population policy post-independence reflects a shift towards education, voluntary choices, and Cairo Model principles. Strategic focus on female literacy and healthcare will convert demographic growth into sustainable economic dividend.
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| 1.64% |
| Overall Sex Ratio | 943 Females per 1000 Males |
| Child Sex Ratio (0-6 Years) | 919 Girls per 1000 Boys |
| Total Literacy Rate | 73.0% |
| Male Literacy Rate | 80.9% |
| Female Literacy Rate | 64.6% |
| Population Density (2011) | 382 persons per sq. km (325 in 2001) |
| Rural Population Share | 68.84% |
| Urban Population Share | 31.16% |
| Most Populous State | Uttar Pradesh |
| Least Populous State | Sikkim |
