Question

Population density in India has shifted from 81 per sq. km. in 1921 to _______ per sq. km. in 2011.

• A. 153
• B. 248
• C. 382
• D. 196

Answer 1

The correct option is C 382

• Population density refers to the number of people living per square kilometer.
• The formula for population density is $Dp=$$\frac{N}{A}$,

where, Dp = Population density,

N = Total population,

A = Land area covered by the population expressed in square miles or square kilometers.

• The population density in India has shifted from 81 per square. kilometer. in 1921 to 382 per square kilometer in 2011.

So, the correct answer is option C.