Short Duration Migration in India: An Appraisal from Census 2001

Vijay Korra

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Abstract: This paper tries to focus on the method to assess the magnitude of short/seasonal migration based on its broad characteristics. It attempts to analyse the contrasting characteristics of short duration and permanent migration. The study applies the widely recognised demographic technique of Parity Progression Ratio to measure the magnitude of short duration migrants. [Working Paper No. 442]. URL:[http://www.cds.edu/].

Keywords: demographic; parity progression ratio; migrants; indian economy; livelihood generation; census 2001; employment; skills; Short-duration migration; Temporary migration; Seasonal migration; Circular migration; Employment; Wage rates; Occupation; Destination; Earnings; Economic activity (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2011-04
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