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Head of Iran's Statistical Center: Field Operations for the 1405 Census Will Begin on November 1

Sep 30, 2026 September 30, 2026 1 min read 📰 ISNA
📋 Key Takeaway

The head of Iran's Statistical Center announced that the field operations for the 1405 census will commence on November 1, following non-in-person operations starting in late October. This census is significant for demographic data collection in Iran.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The upcoming census is a vital tool for Iran's government to gather demographic data that will inform future policies.

👥 Key Players

Head of Iran's Statistical Center MENTIONED
Leader of the national statistical agency
"Responsible for collecting and analyzing demographic data, which is crucial for government planning and policy-making."

📰 What Happened

The head of Iran's Statistical Center announced that the field operations for the 1405 census will begin on November 1, following preliminary non-in-person operations starting in late October. This census aims to gather essential demographic data for the country.

  • The census will utilize a registration method for data collection.
  • In-person operations will start in the Kurdistan province.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: The census is crucial for understanding population dynamics, which can influence economic planning, resource allocation, and political representation.
🌍 Regional: Accurate demographic data can impact regional stability and governance, especially in ethnically diverse areas like Kurdistan.
🌐 International: International observers may use census data to assess Iran's demographic trends and human rights conditions.

📚 Background

Censuses are essential for governments to understand population changes and needs. In Iran, such data can affect everything from economic planning to social services.

Demographic trends in Iran Impact of ethnic diversity on governance
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
As a state announcement, the information may be presented in a manner that emphasizes government achievements and objectives.

The head of Iran's Statistical Center stated that the national population and housing census will be conducted based on a registration method. The non-in-person operations of this census will start in late October, and the in-person operations will begin on November 1 in the Kurdistan province.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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