Points to Remember:
- This question requires a factual response based on data from the 2011 Census of India.
- The answer must list ten Chhattisgarh districts with the highest Scheduled Tribe (ST) population percentage in descending order.
- Accuracy and precise referencing to the Census data are crucial.
Introduction:
The 2011 Census of India provides valuable demographic data, including the distribution of Scheduled Tribes across different districts. Understanding the spatial distribution of ST populations is crucial for targeted policy interventions aimed at promoting their socio-economic development and ensuring their rights are protected. This response will present the ten Chhattisgarh districts with the highest percentage of Scheduled Tribe population based on the 2011 Census data, arranged in descending order. It is important to note that precise ranking may vary slightly depending on the source and rounding of data. The data presented here is based on widely available census reports and may not reflect minor discrepancies found in different publications.
Body:
Unfortunately, I do not have direct access to the raw data from the 2011 Census of India to generate the precise ranking of the ten Chhattisgarh districts with the highest percentage of Scheduled Tribe population. Accessing this data requires consulting official Census publications or online databases maintained by the Government of India. To answer this question fully, one would need to consult these resources.
However, I can outline the process to obtain the required information:
- Access Census Data: Visit the official website of the Census of India or other reputable sources that provide access to the 2011 Census data.
- Locate Chhattisgarh Data: Navigate to the section dedicated to Chhattisgarh state data.
- District-wise ST Population: Find the data tables or reports that provide the district-wise population figures, specifically focusing on the percentage of Scheduled Tribe population for each district.
- Rank the Districts: Arrange the districts in descending order based on their percentage of ST population.
- Select Top Ten: Select the top ten districts from this ranked list.
Illustrative Example (Hypothetical):
To illustrate the format of the answer, let’s assume (hypothetically) the following are the top ten districts. This data is NOT from the 2011 Census and is purely for illustrative purposes. Replace this with actual data from the Census.
| Rank | District Name | Percentage of ST Population (Hypothetical) |
|——|———————–|——————————————|
| 1 | Kondagaon | 95% |
| 2 | Narayanpur | 92% |
| 3 | Bastar | 88% |
| 4 | Dantewada | 85% |
| 5 | Bijapur | 82% |
| 6 | Sukma | 80% |
| 7 | Kanker | 78% |
| 8 | Jashpur | 75% |
| 9 | Mungeli | 72% |
| 10 | Surguja | 70% |
Conclusion:
Obtaining the precise list of the ten Chhattisgarh districts with the highest percentage of Scheduled Tribe population requires accessing and analyzing the 2011 Census data. The process outlined above demonstrates how to achieve this. Once the data is obtained, the list can be presented in a clear and concise manner, as illustrated in the hypothetical example. Understanding this distribution is crucial for formulating effective policies to address the specific needs and challenges faced by Scheduled Tribe communities in these districts, promoting their overall well-being and ensuring their inclusion in the development process, in line with the constitutional guarantees of equality and social justice. Further research into socio-economic indicators within these districts would provide a more comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities for development.