Bihar Special GK PYQ 424 of 603 · Population & Urbanisation

What is the proportion of the urban population in Bihar according to the 1991 Census?

  1. A13.14%
  2. B14.13%
  3. C10.03%
  4. D23.17%

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Correct answer: (a) 13.14%

Explanation

In 1991, the total population of undivided Bihar (including Jharkhand) was 8.637 crore, out of which the rural population was 7.502 crore and the urban population was 1.135 crore. Clearly, the percentage of urban population in 1991 was 13.14%.

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