The Field Operations Division of National Statistics Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Government of India is engaged in collecting information from households and establishments since 1950 which is used for planning and policy formulation both at National and State level. During this period, it has been instrumental in developing a strong database on various socio-economic parameters through its countrywide sample surveys, which have helped the Central as well as State Governments in the process of development through planning and policy formulations.

2. Information is collected by trained officers of the NSO using hand-held digital devices (tablets) equipped with e-Sigma software and secure web portals designated for enterprise surveys. Officers visit selected households, enterprises, villages and urban blocks based on scientifically designed sampling methods. In household surveys, information is collected from the head of the household or a knowledgeable member whereas in enterprise surveys, authorized persons/owner provide the required information.

3. NSO has launched the nationwide 81St Round socio economic surveys (from 1st July, 2026) covering All India Debt and Investment Survey (AIDIS), Situation Assessment Survey (SAS) and Migration

Particulars Survey. AIDIS seeks to collect information on household assets, liabilities, debt, investment, and overall financial conditions. SAS focuses on assessing the socio-economic condition of agricultural households, including income from agriculture and allied activities, cultivation costs, livestock, indebtedness, access to government schemes, and farmers' livelihoods. The Migration Survey aims to collect reliable information on the patterns and causes of migration, employment, education, marriage, and other socio-economic characteristics of migrant households.

4. In addition, the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) is being conducted to generate reliable estimates on employment, unemployment, labour force participation and other key labour market indicators, which support evidence-based policy making and employment planning.

The Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE) is also being undertaken to collect comprehensive information on unincorporated non-agricultural enterprises, including their operational characteristics, employment, value addition and financial performance, thereby facilitating policy formulation for the unorganized sector.

During August 2026, the following surveys will be conducted in the selected areas under the jurisdiction of SRO Bhavnagar:

Bhavnagar District:

Under the All India Debt and Investment Survey (AIDIS) and Situation Assessment Survey (SAS), fieldwork will be undertaken in Amrutvel (Mahuva), Belada (Talaja), Mandavda (Gariadhar) and the towns of Vallabhipur, Sihor, Mahuva, Gariadhar and Bhavnagar.

Under the Migration Particulars Survey, data collection will be carried out in Kharakadi (Ghogha), Unchdi (Talaja), Nagdhaniba (Bhavnagar) and the towns of Alang, Gariadhar and Bhavnagar.

Under the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), selected households will be covered in Dhamanka (Umarala), Kerala (Talaja) and Bhavnagar Town.

Under the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE), selected enterprises will be covered in Dhasa, Alang, Mithapur and Avaniya.

Under the National Household Income Survey (NHIS), data collection will be undertaken in Damrala (Gariadhar), Bhuteshwar (Bhavnagar), Tana, Ghanghali (Sihor), Mahuva Town and Bhavnagar Town.

Under the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Survey, price collection will be carried out in Chogath, Vallabhipur, Khadarpar, Talaja and Gorkhi.

Amreli District:

Under the All India Debt and Investment Survey (AIDIS) and Situation Assessment Survey (SAS), fieldwork will be undertaken in Vijapadi (Savar Kundla).

Under the Migration Particulars Survey, data collection will be carried out in Dhari.

Under the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), selected households will be covered in Badanpur Nava (Kunkavav-Vadiya), Ansodar (Lathi) and Rajula Town.

Under the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE), selected enterprises will be covered in Dungar (Rajula).

Under the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Survey, price collection will be carried out in Dungar, Chital, Amreli, Chamardi and Babra.

Botad District:

Under the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), selected households will be covered in Lakheni (Botad) and Gadhada Town.

Under the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE), selected enterprises will be covered in Bhavnagar Road (Botad), Barwala Town and Rampara Village (Botad).

Under the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Survey, price collection will be carried out in Sarva and Botad.

Diu District:

Under the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), selected households will be covered in Ghoghla and Diu Town.

Under the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE), selected enterprises will be covered in Diu Town (Near Bus Stand) and Ghoghla.

Under the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Survey, price collection will be carried out in Vanakbara, Bucharwada, Saudwadi, Zolawadi, Diu Town and Ghoghla.

6. All information collected in these surveys is kept strictly confidential. The identity of households and enterprises participating in the survey is not disclosed in any report or published data. The data is used only for statistical purposes.

7. The Government, therefore, requests all the citizens/enterprise to kindly extend full cooperation to the survey officials and spare valuable time to provide correct and complete information. Participation from all the citizens helps in better planning and development for the benefit of the nation.

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