+A census is a comprehensive count of a [population](/wiki/Population) within a defined territory, often conducted by a government. It gathers vital [demographic](/wiki/Demographic) and socio-economic data, essential for planning and understanding societal change over time.
+## See also
+- [Statistics](/wiki/Statistics)
+- [Survey](/wiki/Survey)
+- [Government](/wiki/Government)
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