The Telangana government has officially released the caste census report, which provides an in-depth breakdown of the state’s population and demographics. The findings were shared by the Civil Supplies Minister, Uttam Kumar Reddy, who presented the details to the media after a comprehensive discussion by the Cabinet Sub-Committee at the state secretariat.
According to the caste census, the total population of Telangana stands at 3,54,77,554, with the state being home to 1,12,15,134 families. The census highlights the following key figures in terms of social categories, 61,84,319 (17.43% of the total population)
- Scheduled Tribes : 37,05,929 (10.45% of the total population)
- Backward Classes : 1,64,09,179 (46.25% of the total population)
- BC Muslims : 35,76,588 (10.85% of the total population)
- OC Muslims: 8,80,424 (2.48% of the total population)
- Other Castes : The census recorded the population of upper-caste Hindus (OCs) at 15.79% of the total population. The Cabinet Sub-Committee held detailed discussions on the findings, and Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy assured the public that further discussions would take place during Monday’s Cabinet meeting. The report is expected to play a significant role in shaping government policies regarding the allocation of resources and development programs for various social and economic groups within Telangana.
