Steps Of A Census

Question 1

Step 1

Answer 1

Governments train officials in taking the census and then deploy them to selected sample areas across the country.

Question 2

Step 2

Answer 2

Officials collect the raw data, using a set questionnaire, from the households in their areas.

Question 3

Step 3

Answer 3

The data is collated, extrapolated and then analyzed before being published. This process can take up to 3 years to complete.