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28 August 2020This technical brief provides an overview on assessing the quality of data collected in a census. It details common methods and errors found in post-enumeration quality assessment. It also offers examples from countries that have embarked on a post-enumeration survey.
Small Area Estimation
Better Data for More Effective Policies and Programmes
Publication date: 31 January 2020
Author: UNFPA
This brochure describes a method of Small Area Estimation that combines census and household survey data. It also presents a case study based on data from Nepal. The case study illustrates the use of census as well as demographic and health survey data to generate estimates of three family planning related indicators for Village Development Committees and Municipalities in rural and urban areas, respectively.
Counting the Hard to Count in a Census
Resource date: 15 July 2019
Author: US Census Bureau, UNFPA, USAID
This paper presents the four primary reasons why any population may be hard to count (HTC), four broad strategies for successfully addressing those challenges, and guidance on specific populations which have historically been HTC across national contexts. In doing so, it will help to produce higher quality census data and a culture in which those hardest to reach are prioritized.
This technical note is part of a series on Select Topics in International Censuses, exploring matters of interest to the international statistical community.
Census Data Archiving and Preservation
Resource date: 15 July 2019
Author: US Census Bureau, UNFPA, USAID
This paper provides information on internationally recognized standards on special procedures and protocols for the archiving and preservation of individual census records.
This technical note is part of a series on Select Topics in International Censuses, exploring matters of interest to the international statistical community.