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The Telangana government has officially published the results of its 2024–25 caste survey, one of the most extensive socio-demographic studies in India.
- The survey covered 1.12 crore families and 3.55 crore people, offering crucial insights into the state’s caste composition.
Key Findings of the Survey
Population Coverage
- Total Families Surveyed: 1.12 crore
- Total Population Covered: 3.55 crore
Caste-wise Population Distribution
Backward Classes (BCs) – 56.33% (Largest Group)
- Non-Muslim BCs: 46.25%
- Muslim BCs: 10.08%
Scheduled Castes (SCs) – 17.43%
Scheduled Tribes (STs) – 10.45%
Other Castes (OCs) / General Category – 15.79%
- Includes ~2.48% OC Muslims
No Caste Category
- Around 12 lakh people (3.4%–4%) chose not to declare caste
Largest Individual Communities
- Madiga (SC) – 10.3% (largest single community)
- Mudiraj – 7.4%
- Lambadis/Banjaras (ST) – 6.8%
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