About Population Research Centre

Established by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the Population Research Centre (PRC) at the Institute is credited with pioneering methodologies in demographic surveys. The PRC has undertaken studies on various dimensions of the family planning programme at its various stages starting with communication methods, adoption of spacing methods, maternal and child health, RCH approach of the programme, RTI/STI, client satisfaction, unwanted pregnancies, etc.

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The Population Research Centre (PRC) focuses on advanced demographic research and socio-economic analysis of population trends. The centre studies fertility, mortality, migration, national health program and health indicators to support evidence-based population policy and planning.

PRC plays a critical role in generating reliable statistical insights that help governments and institutions understand population change and its implications on development, health systems, and resource allocation.

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Key Research Areas

Population dynamics and demographic transition
Population dynamics and demographic transition

Key Research Contributions

Flagship Contributions

PRC has made significant contributions to demographic research, public health and evidence based policy making.

  • Population Projection Models for India

  • Fertility and Mortality Transition Studies

  • Migration and Urbanization Analysis Reports

  • Health Indicators and Demographic Surveys

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