Census Knowledge Base

An overview of Editing and Imputation methods for the next Italian Censuses

Jan Beise — Fri, 23 May 2008 10:51:00 GMT

Abstract: Paper by National Institute of Statistics of Italy

The National Institute of Statistics of Italy is preparing the next Population and Housing Censuses that will be held on 2011. In this paper, a short description of the main editing procedures for the 2011 Census is given. The impact of some likely census innovations on the editing and validation is also reviewed.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

[Paper also available in French and Russian]

Validation of census data in France

Jan Beise — Fri, 23 May 2008 10:49:00 GMT

Abstract: Paper by National Institute for Statistics and Economic Studies, France

This document describes the procedures developed by the National Institute for Statistics and Economic Studies for the validation of census data in France. It sets out the method adopted for calculating the population of a given district, followed by the validation procedures applied to all the data sources used in calculating the population of a district.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

[Paper also available in French and Russian]

Measuring Statelessness through Population Census

Jan Beise — Fri, 23 May 2008 10:45:00 GMT

Abstract: Paper by the Secretariat of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

Statelessness is not always well understood and the scope of the phenomenon in specific countries is often ignored. Population census can provide valuable information on the size and profile of stateless populations and thereby facilitate the work of policy makers by pointing to causes of statelessness and therefore how it can be prevented and reduced once it has occurred. There are methodological challenges to accurate measurement of statelessness, however.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

Estimation of the number of former Yugoslavs by present borders

Jan Beise — Fri, 23 May 2008 10:40:00 GMT

Abstract: Paper by the Statistics Netherlands

Current statistics of Statistics Netherlands do not yet contain reliable information on people born in the constituent states of what used to be Yugoslavia. This information cannot be obtained from the characteristic ‘country of birth’ only. However, with the aid of information on the town or city of birth, people of Yugoslav origin can as yet be classified by currently recognised republics and provinces. Just over 40 percent of former Yugoslavs in the Netherlands were bornin Bosnia. Their share is twice as large as that of the group born in Serbia. Other relatively large groups are Croats and Kosovars, with 13 and 11 percent of the total respectively.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

The 2010 Census: Enumerating the Hard to Count, including Migrant and Seasonal Farm Workers

Jan Beise — Fri, 23 May 2008 10:33:00 GMT

Abstract: Paper by United States Census Bureau

Enumerating the hard to count population, including migrant and seasonal farmworkers, is a key goal for the 2010 Decennial Census. Migrant and seasonal farm worker populations pose several census challenges, including fear and mistrust, unconventional housing arrangements, language and literacy, and mobility. A variety of communications methods and operations will be used to enumerate this population in the 2010 Census.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

[Paper also available in Russian]

Topics difficult to measure in a register-based census

Jan Beise — Fri, 23 May 2008 10:30:00 GMT

Abstract: Paper by Statistics Norway

An increasing number of countries in the UNECE region are using or are planning for use of administrative data in their population and housing censuses. So far only a few countries have established a totally register-based solution, but in several countries combination of registers and other data sources is regarded as an interesting option. In conducting a register-base census it is necessary to combine data from a number of administrative sources on micro level. The set–up of register systems may differ a lot between countries; both concerning what kind of registers that are available and the possibilities to link data from different registers. Which census topics are difficult to measure will of course depend on the coverage and the data quality of the national register systems. In this paper some problemswill be discussed that are considered common for countries conducting register-based censuses.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

[Paper also available in Russian]

Organizing censuses of difficult-to-count population groups

Jan Beise — Thu, 22 May 2008 11:50:00 GMT

Abstract: Paper by the Federal State Statistical Service of the Russian Federation

To ensure a complete enumeration of the population, the statistical authorities draw up a detailed list of population groups and enumeration methods in order to avoid the omission of any group of people. Attention may be drawn to a number of population groups whose enumeration presents organizational difficulties. The greatest difficulties for census enumeration are presented by:

(a) Immigrants not in possession of a permit to enter the country;
(b) Immigrants in possession of a permit to enter the country but not registered;
(c) Persons with no fixed abode (homeless persons and vagrants).

The paper describes how the Federal State Statistical Service dealt with this issue in the 2002 All-Russian Population Census.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

[Paper also available in French and Russian]

Measuring Emigration at the Census: lessons learned from four country experiences

Jan Beise — Thu, 22 May 2008 11:41:00 GMT

Abstract: Paper by Olga Chudinovskikh, Rudolph Anich and Enrico Bisogno (UNECE)

In many countries it is difficult to estimate the number of nationals or, more generally, of former residents that have left the country to live abroad. Reliable estimates of migration outflows and stocks are often requested to understand international emigration and assess its consequences. Various statistical sources are used to provide data on migration outflows and stocks of nationals living abroad. Following earlier experiences, some countries made use of an ‘emigration module’ during the 2000 round of population censuses to collect data on emigration.

The objective of the present study is to evaluate the quality of data collected through emigration modules through the comparison of this data with statistics produced by destination countries. The final objective is to identify good practices for those countries that are considering to utilizing an emigration module for the next census. The experience of four countries (Georgia, Moldova, Poland and Tunisia) that used an emigration module at the last census has been considered in this analysis.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

[Paper available as shortened and full version. The short version also available in Russian.]

Difficult-to measure topics in a population and housing census: a United Kingdom perspective

Jan Beise — Thu, 22 May 2008 11:26:00 GMT

Abstract: Paper by the Office for National Statistics, United Kingdom

This document identifies the several reasons why a topic that is being considered for inclusion in a traditional census of population and housing may be regarded as ’difficult-to-measure’. The document comments on the reasons why this may be so for a number of those topics which have been recommended for inclusion in a Census by the Conference of European Statisticians and some others that are not included in the Recommendations. The document notes those topics which are unlikely to be included in the 2011 UK Census for one or more of these reasons. The document also recognises that, though difficult to measure, some topics are, nevertheless, beingproposed for inclusion. It concludes by suggesting those topics that might be considered the most difficult to measure.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

[Paper also available in French and Russian]

Census Quality Evaluation: Considerations from an international perspective

Jan Beise — Thu, 22 May 2008 11:10:00 GMT

Abstract: Paper by by Bernard Baffour and Paolo Valente (UNECE)

Regardless of the methodology used and of the measures that can be taken to assure the best quality, the population census cannot be a perfect operation and there will always be some errors affecting the quality of the census results in terms of coverage and content. For this reason, the agencies responsible for the census should always conduct an evaluation of the quality of the census and provide an assessment of the census coverage and content errors. This is particularly important considering the huge resources invested in the census and the key role played by the census results for the national statistical systems and as primary source of statistical data for the countries. Measuring the census quality, however, is not an easy task, in particular when non-traditional census methods are adopted, for which established census evaluation techniques like the Post Enumeration Survey cannot be applied. In this paper, some issues concerning census quality evaluation are discussed for each of the most common census methodologies,considering the implications on the different dimensions of quality. Some considerations are also presented on census quality evaluation from an international perspective, and on the role that InternationalOrganisations can play in this field.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

New method for 2010 population and housing census of Turkey - Considerations about data quality and coverage

Jan Beise — Thu, 22 May 2008 11:06:00 GMT

Abstract: Paper by Turkish Statistical Institute

Until 2000, the population census was carried out in Turkey with a traditional method and the enumeration conducted in one day on a “de facto” basis. Therefore, information on usual residence of the population is not available from past censuses. Another problem was population overcount (imaginary population) due to the fact that census results are used to allocate funds to the municipalities, in proportion to their population size.

In view of the 2010 census, the Turkish Statistical Institute aims at changing the method of population census in order to produce more reliable information particularly on population size and distribution. For this purpose, the population registration system has been improved to cover usual residence address of all people living in the country. This system is considered as a base source for the next census. The main purpose of the paper is to present the method developed to increase the coverage of the population registration system, and the planned methodology for the 2010 census.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

Quality control in Finnish Censuses in 1970-2000

Jan Beise — Thu, 22 May 2008 11:06:00 GMT

Abstract: Paper by Statistics Finland

This document presents briefly the history of the register-based population censuses conducted in Finland from 1970 to 2000. The document focuses on methods and measures taken to control the quality of census operations, and on the evaluation of the quality of census results.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

Evaluating the Integrated Census in Israel

Jan Beise — Thu, 22 May 2008 11:01:00 GMT

Abstract: Paper by Central Bureau of Statistics, Israel

The upcoming Israeli census (December 2008) will be an "Integrated Census". It will be based on administrative data, and data obtained from a large field sample survey. The field sample survey will serve to estimate over-coverage and under-coverage of data from administrative sources and to add socio-economic information unavailable from those sources, such as labor force characteristics, household typology, education, housing, sustainable goods ownership and disability.In order to evaluate the results of the Israeli Integrated Census, the traditional methods – based on Post Enumeration Surveys - are not adequate, and alternative methods had to be developed for a reliable evaluation. The present paper describes the work conducted to develop procedures and methods for the evaluation of the new Israeli Integrated Census.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

Register-based census 2010 and census test 2006 in Austria

Jan Beise — Thu, 22 May 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Abstract: Paper by Statistic Austria

In the year 2010 Austria is replacing the traditional census with a completely register based census. A census test with the reference date of 31st October 2006 covers the complete federal territory as the register-based census of 2010 will. The only difference to the regular census in 2010 is the fact that no legal consequences follow. This paper describes the test of the procedures for the census test and presents results and first evaluations.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

Quality assessment of the register-based Slovenian census 2011

Jan Beise — Thu, 22 May 2008 10:42:00 GMT

Abstract: By Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia.

The use of the administrative data as a means for the costs and burden reduction is a very popular practice in the modern official statistics. In Slovenia already the 2002 Census was partly based on administrative data sources, while the next, 2011 Census is planned to be fully register based. The quality assessment of the census processes and results is an important obligation of statistical offices. In the document some considerations are presented about the modifications of the quality assessment concepts when moving from a conventional to a register-based census.The first part of the document is devoted to some general reflections, while in the second part the focus is on the plans for the quality assessment of the Slovenian 2011 register-based census.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

[Paper also available in French and Russian]

Preparation, organization and conducting of the post-enumeration survey in the State Statistical Office of the Republic of Macedonia

Jan Beise — Thu, 22 May 2008 10:11:00 GMT

Abstract: This paper by the State Statistical Office, The Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, reports about the post-enumeration survey (PES) which the State Statistical Office conducted immediately after the 2002 population census. The paper describes the methodology adopted for the PES, the activities connected with its implementation, and some of the main results obtained. It is considered that the PES was conducted successfully. Based on the analyses of the PES results, the coverage of the Census 2002 was considered good. The quality of census data was also considered good for the largest part of the census items.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

[Paper also available in Russian]

Sample results expected accuracy in the Italian population and housing census

Jan Beise — Thu, 22 May 2008 10:05:00 GMT

Abstract: This paper by the National Institute of Statistics (Istat), Italy, discusses considerations by Istat to improve the efficiency of the surveys operations and reduce the statistical burden. Istat is considering the use of sampling techniques (based on long form and short form) among many others innovations under evaluation for the next census. In large municipalities (population over 10,000 inhabitants) detailed information would be collected only on a sample of the population (using the long form) whole for the rest of the population only limited information, consisting mainly in demographic variables, would be collected (using the short form). In smaller municipalities, a traditional approach is planned where the long form is submitted to the whole population. Tests and studies were conducted in order to evaluate the efficiency of sampling estimates. Some preliminary results of these tests are presented in this paper. These results seem to encourage the use of sampling techniques in order to adopt a short/long form data collection strategy for the 2011 Italian population census.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

[Paper also available in French and Russian]

2011 United Kingdom Census Coverage Assessment and Adjustment Methodology

Jan Beise — Thu, 22 May 2008 08:15:00 GMT

Abstract: This paper by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), United Kingdom, outlines the proposed methodology of its coverage assessment and adjustment strategy for the 2011 UK Census. The 2011 Census project has a number of initiatives to improve the enumeration process and deliver a high quality census. Despite these efforts, the 2011 Census will both miss people and also count them more than once. Evaluation of such coverage errors is critical, and the majority of traditional census takers use a Post-Enumeration Survey for this purpose. In the UK, ONS have developed a framework for measuring coverage of its censuses based on the success of the 2001 One Number Census and its Census Coverage Survey. For the 2011 Census, ONS are looking to use this framework as a platform to deliver high quality census population statistics. These improvements will help to ensure that users of the 2011 Census data are confident in the results.

Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.

[Paper also available in French and Russian]

Applications of Information Technology in the Hong Kong 2006 Population By-census

Jan Beise — Fri, 02 May 2008 05:13:00 GMT

Abstract: This paper by Dominic K T Leung of the Census and Statistics Department Hong Kong, China, discusses the applications of IT in different stages of the 2006 Population By-census (06BC) in four broad areas: (i) supporting field operation with Geographic Information System (GIS) technology; (ii) allowing sampled householdsto make appointment for enumeration at preferred time slots through an Internetapplication “Appointment Request Service”; (iii) providing electronic questionnaires to respondents for electronic reporting; and (iv) using Intelligent Character Recognition (ICR) and Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) technologies to capture data on completed questionnaires.

Paper presented at the 23rd Population Census Conference "Utilization of the 2000 and 2005 Rounds of Asia-Pacific Censuses" in Christchurch, New Zealand, 16-18 April 2007.

Background Paper on 2008 General Population Census of Cambodia

Jan Beise — Fri, 02 May 2008 05:04:00 GMT

Abstract: This paper by San Sy Than and Nott Rama Rao of the National Institute of Statistics (Cambodia) provides a summary and plan of the planned population census 2008. It gives information on previous censuses and surveys, the legal and institutional framework, and the immediate and long-term objectives. The paper describes census strategy and activities and provides a detailed budget summary.

Paper presented at the 23rd Population Census Conference "Utilization of the 2000 and 2005 Rounds of Asia-Pacific Censuses" in Christchurch, New Zealand, 16-18 April 2007.

Using Computer Assisted telephone interviewing (CATI) system inStatistics and Census Service of Macao

Margaret Mbogoni — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:34:00 GMT

Abstract:

This paper, prepared by the Statistics and Census Service of Macao, China, describes how computer assisted telephone interviewing (CATI) was used in the 2001 census of Macau as well as plans for its use in the 2011 census.

Paper prepared for the ESCAP Expert Group Meeting on Effective Use of IT in Population Censuses, Bangkok, 10-12 December 2007

11. Use of IT in Thailand 2000 Population and Housing Census

Margaret Mbogoni — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:30:00 GMT

Abstract:

This paper, prepared by the National Statistical Office of Thailand, describes use of intelligent character recognition (ICR) technology for the 2000 census, as well as its planned use in the 2010 population and housing census.

Paper prepared for the ESCAP Expert Group Meeting on Effective Use of IT in Population Censuses, Bangkok, 10-12 December 2007

Data Processing of the 1999 Population Census in Viet Nam

Margaret Mbogoni — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:25:00 GMT

Abstract:

The paper, prepared by the General Statistics Office of Vietnam, presents the experience of Viet Nam in the processing of data collected during the 1999 census. Issues discussed relate to the choice of software; distribution of data processing facilities; data entry, editing and tabulations operations; and data dissemination. Also presented are plans for the 2009 census.

Paper prepared for the ESCAP Expert Group Meeting on Effective Use of IT in Population Censuses, Bangkok, 10-12 December 2007

Use of IT in the Australian Census of Population and Housing

Margaret Mbogoni — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:23:00 GMT

Abstract:

The paper, prepared by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, provides details of technology use in 2006, looks forward to innovations planned for 2011, and indicates the Australian Bureau of Statistics policy regarding experiences in sharing information with other countries.

Paper prepared for the ESCAP Expert Group Meeting on Effective Use of IT in Population Censuses, Bangkok, 10-12 December 2007

Bangladesh Experience on the use of OMR/OCR Technology in Population Census 2001 and Economic Census 2001 & 2003

Margaret Mbogoni — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:21:00 GMT

Abstract:

The paper, prepared by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics, presents the experience of Bangladesh in the use of IT for data capture and data processing for the 2001 population census. It also includes challenges faced as well as advances of using the chosen IT. The paper also presents recommendations for the 2011 census in terms of technology for the census, including for data capture and data processing, data preservation and also for census cartography.

Paper prepared for the ESCAP Expert Group Meeting on Effective Use of IT in Population Censuses, Bangkok, 10-12 December 2007

Some Features of the 2000 Indonesia’s Population Census and

Margaret Mbogoni — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:20:00 GMT

Abstract:

The paper, prepared by the BPS-Statistics Indonesia, presents the experience of Indonesia in use of IT for data processing and data dissemination for the 2000 census and also includes problems encountered as well as plans for use of IT as part of the 2010 census.

Paper prepared for the ESCAP Expert Group Meeting on Effective Use of IT in Population Censuses, Bangkok, 10-12 December 2007

Progress Monitoring for the Field Operations of the 2007 Philippine Census of Population

Margaret Mbogoni — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:19:00 GMT

Abstract:

This paper, prepared by the Philippines National Statistics Office, describes the Progress Monitoring System (PMS) that was implemented for the 2007 population census with focus on the use of Short Message Service (SMS) technology, or more popularly known as text messaging, in the transmission of data. The paper also presents some of the benefits derived in the adoption of text messaging technology for this progress monitoring aspect of the census. At the same time, the technical and operational problems encountered in the implementation of the system are further described.

Paper prepared for the ESCAP Expert Group Meeting on Effective Use of IT in Population Censuses, Bangkok, 10-12 December 2007

Experiences of Applying Information Technology in the Hong Kong 2006 Population By-census

Margaret Mbogoni — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:17:00 GMT

Abstract:

The paper, prepared by the Census and Statistics Department of Hong Kong, China, discusses the applications of IT in different stages of the 2006 Population By-census (06BC) in five broad areas: (i) supporting field operation with Geographic Information System (GIS)1 technology; (ii) allowing sampled households to make appointment for enumeration at preferred time slots through an Internet application “Appointment Request Service”; (iii) providing electronic questionnaires to respondents for electronic reporting; (iv) using Intelligent Character Recognition (ICR) and Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) technologies to capture data on completed questionnaires; and (v) disseminating 06BC results through the Internet. The paper also discusses the practice of releasing the microdata of population census/by-census.

Paper prepared for the ESCAP Expert Group Meeting on Effective Use of IT in Population Censuses, Bangkok, 10-12 December 2007

11. Use of IT in Thailand 2000 Population and Housing Census

Margaret Mbogoni — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:13:00 GMT

Abstract:

Paper prepared for the ESCAP Expert Group Meeting on Effective Use of IT in Population Censuses, Bangkok, 10-12 December 2007

Use of Information Technology in the Census Operation of Japan – Recent Improvements and Challenges for the Future

Margaret Mbogoni — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:12:00 GMT

Abstract:

This paper, prepared by the Statistics Bureau of Japan, describes how IT was used in the 2005 Census of

Japan, and explains the lessons learned and the challenges for the future.

Paper prepared for the ESCAP Expert Group Meeting on Effective Use of IT in Population Censuses, Bangkok, 10-12 December 2007

The Use of OCR in 2000 Population Census of China

Margaret Mbogoni — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:11:00 GMT

Abstract:

The paper, prepared by the National Bureau of Statistical Bureau, China, discusses the use of optical character recognition (OCR) for data entry during the 2000 census of China and makes comparisons with the 1990 census.

Paper prepared for the ESCAP Expert Group Meeting on Effective Use of IT in Population Censuses, Bangkok, 10-12 December 2007

Application of Information Technology in the Population and Housing Censuses in Sri Lanka

Margaret Mbogoni — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:04:00 GMT

Abstract:

The paper, prepared by the Department of Census and Statistics of Sri Lanka, discusses the experience in the application of IT for the Census 2001 and strategic plans that need to be implemented for the next Census to be carried out in 2011, based on the lessons learnt from last Census.

Paper prepared for the ESCAP Expert Group Meeting on Effective Use of IT in Population Censuses, Bangkok, 10-12 December 2007

2011 Census Quality Strategy for England and Wales

Jan Beise — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 10:53:00 GMT

Abstract: This paper by the British Office of National Statistics (2006) sets out a structure for managing and delivering quality in the 2011 Census. It is a high-level document and as such presents a general framework for developing and implementing processes to define, manage, and measure the quality of the 2011 Census. It is not intended as a specification, or to define specific quality standards or how they will be measured. Lessons about quality learned from the 2001 Census are discussed since they have an important role in defining the approach to managing quality in 2011.

The 2000 Round of Population and Housing Census in the ESCAP Region: Lessons Learned and Emerging Issues

Jan Beise — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 11:47:00 GMT

Abstract: This discussion paper by Luisa T. Engracia (UNESCAP) reviews the experiences of countries in the ESCAP region in the implementation of the 2000 Round of Population and Housing Census and tries to bring out some important issues that came to light in the process and which are likely to bear on the next round, such as: quality of census data; use of information technology; timeliness of data; analysis, utilization and dissemination of census data; and indicators for monitoring Millennium Development Goals in the context of the 2010 round of population and housing census.

Paper presented at the Expert Group Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses9-10 December 2004, Bangkok, Thailand.

Census Rules, 1990, of India

Jan Beise — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 11:19:00 GMT

Abstract: The attached document is the notification of the Census Rules, 1990, by the Central Government of India as amended on 19 July 1994.

Census Legislation in India

Jan Beise — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 11:01:00 GMT

Abstract: This paper is an excerpt of the code of India relating to the census legislation (census act from 1948, as amended in 1948).

Census Legislation in the Philippines

Jan Beise — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 10:57:00 GMT

Abstract: This paper is an excerpt of the code of the Philippines relating to the census legislation.

Census Legislation in Fiji

Jan Beise — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 10:55:00 GMT

Abstract: This paper is an excerpt of the code of Fiji relating to the census legislation.

Towards the adoption of EU legislation for Population and Housing Censuses: Summarising progress and highlighting issues relevant to register-based censuses

Jan Beise — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 10:29:00 GMT

Abstract: The (expected) adoption of a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on population and housing censuses constitutes a major collective achievement of the European Statistical System. Strong political willingness and wisdom have prevailed over issues of statistical complexityand narrow national considerations. An important gap in the EU statistical legislation is about to bebridged. The roadmap from the initial ideas towards the final adoption and implementation of thelegislation is long and full of challenges. The purposes of this note are to provide an update of progress made regarding the process of adoption of EU census legislation, to discuss a number of key issues - especially linked to register-based approaches - and to try to anticipate likely future developments.

Paper by Michail Skaliotis, Eurostat, presented at the Seminar on 'Registers in Statistics - methodology and quality' hosted by Statistics Finland, Helsinki, Finland (21-23 May 2007) and at the Joint UNECE-Eurostat Expert Group Meeting on the Implementation of the CES Census Recommendations for Register-Based Censuses Astana (Kazakhstan), 7-8 June 2007.

The 2007 census in Mozambique and its organization

Jan Beise — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 06:26:00 GMT

Abstract: This paper by Joao Dias Loureiro of the Instituto Nacional de Estatistica Mozambique describes the Third Population and Housing Census after independence which was conducted from 1st to 15th August 2007, ten years after the 1997 census. In Mozambique, the regular interval between censuses is of ten years. The 2007 census covered the whole country, and to assure the simultaneity of the census, a time reference for the Mozambique Census was established as 1st August 2007 (at zero hours). In 2007, the population of Mozambique is estimated at 20,366,795 inhabitants. The presentation will give an overview of the census 2007 and outline the administrative organization of the census which involved the creation of executive organs at the national, subnational, and local levels, since the execution of the census was decentralized.

Paper presented at the Seminar on recent experiences in Population and Housing Census, a side event of the 39th session of the Statistical Commission, New YOrk (26-29 Feb. 2008).

2007 Censuses - Innovations and impacts on the brazilian statistical and geographic information systems

Jan Beise — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 06:15:00 GMT

Abstract: This publication by Instituto Brasileiro de Geografi a e Estatística (IBGE) presents a view of the 2007 Censuses, which encompass the 2006 Census of Agriculture, the 2007 Population Count and the National Address List for Statistical Purposes. It highlights the innovations introduced by the 2007 Censuses and describes their effect on the production of statistical and geographic information in Brazil. The document is organized into two major sections: the first one deals with the integrated operation of the 2007 Censuses, and reports their characteristics, the innovations introduced, the difficulties faced, the lessons learned and the immediate effect on the operation; the second section deals with structural effects on the Institution and its organization, its regular survey procedures and scope of action, including the technological advances reached. The document does also include some final remarks, selected bibliographical references and annexes.

[Paper available in English, Portuguese, Spanish]

The French new rolling census

Jan Beise — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 11:46:00 GMT

Abstract: To answer the increasing demand for fresher data and spread the burden of conducting the census over a longer period, the French National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies has conducted a large program to redesign the census, based on the “rolling census concept” proposed by L. KISH. In this rolling census, every commune below the 10 000 inhabitants threshold will be surveyed once within a five year period ; larger communes will be splitted off into five rotation groups of addresses, each rotation group being surveyed in one of the five years. This paper by Jean-Michel Durr (INSEE, France) presents the principles and the methodology of this operation and the situation at the end of 2004.

Paper presented at the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) Seminar on New Methods for Population Censuses, Geneva, 22 November 2004.

Principles and Recommendations for Population and Housing Censuses, Rev. 2

Margaret Mbogoni — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 10:57:00 GMT

Abstract:

Since its earliest years, the United Nations has issued a series of international principles and recommendations on population and housing censuses to assist national statistical offices and census officials, throughout the world, in planning and carrying out improved and cost-effective censuses.

The Principles and Recommendations for Population and Housing Censuses, Revision 2 is divided into three parts: Part One - Operational aspects of population and housing censuses – covers mainly issues of census planning and management; Part Two – Topics for population and housing censuses – includes topics as well as their definitions and classification for both population and housing; and Part Three – Census products and data utilizations – is aimed at enhancing the dissemination and utilization of census data. The publication also contains a set of recommended tabulations on population and housing that every country is should produce at least once during the 2010 census round. There are also additional tabulations that countries may produce depending on their needs.