Census 2027: Sindhudurg village becomes first in Maharashtra to complete self-enumeration

MUMBAI: (May 9) In a major boost to Maharashtra's census drive, Muth village in Sindhudurg district has become the first in the state to complete self-enumeration, achieving the feat through a coordinated effort between revenue officials and residents.

The village in Vengurla taluka, which comprises 36 houses and a population of 144, achieved the milestone recently under the guidance of Collector Tripti Dhodmise, officials said on Saturday.

Chief Principal Census Officer Nirupama J Dange, in a statement, appealed to other villages in the state to take inspiration from Muth village and complete the self-enumeration process within the stipulated time.