National Livestock Census

Union Govt. has launched the 21st livestock census, One lakh field officials and veterinarians will be engaged in this exercise.

Sakshi Gupta Last updated on October 26th, 2024 07:02 pm Leave a comment

About National Livestock Census

It is conducted every 5 years (Quinquennial) by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying. (First conducted in 1919-1920)
It covers a variety of animals including cattle, buffaloes, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry and other domesticated animals like horses, camels and mithuns.

Key Highlights of 20th Livestock Census

The total livestock population in India stands at 535.78 million, reflecting a 4.6% increase compared to the 2012 census.
Cattle contribute the highest percentage (35.94%) to the total livestock population, followed by goats (27.80%), buffaloes (20.45%), sheep (13.87%) and pigs (1.69%).
States with the highest livestock populations in India were:
- Uttar Pradesh
- Rajasthan
- Madhya Pradesh

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