Mumbai: Maharashtra's population as per
the 2011 Census is estimated to be around 11.52 crore, making
it one of the most populous states in the country.
According to the Economic Survey, based on the latest
census the population of the state is projected at 11.52 crore
against 9.69 crore in 2001.
The census has also projected there are 2.30 crore
households in the state.
The Economic Survey said the detailed results of the
Census 2011 are planned to be published within two years after
completion of the enumeration phase.
The first phase of the census in the state was
completed between May 1 and June 15, 2010, and the second
phase between February 9 and 28, 2011.
PTI
First Published: Monday, March 28, 2011, 00:34