Question

Which state had the highest percentage of urban population in India according to 2011 Census?

• A. Tamil Nadu
• B. Kerala
• C. Maharashtra
• D. Goa

Hint:

Be careful with questions about urbanization. While Maharashtra has the highest total number of urban dwellers, Goa has the highest percentage of its population in urban areas.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Define percentage of urban population. This is the proportion of a state's total population that lives in urban areas.

Step 2: Recall the data from the 2011 Census. According to the 2011 Census, the state with the highest percentage of its population living in urban areas was Goa, with 62.17%. Among the larger states, Tamil Nadu had the highest percentage (48.4%).

Step 3: Select the correct option. Since Goa is an option and has the highest percentage overall, it is the correct answer.