Norway Census: Difference between revisions

We usually use the term Census to include "skattemantall" which are records taken in connection with taxes; "manntall" which are records usually taken for military purposes and only includes males; and "folketellinger" which are records that include ''all ''persons of ''all'' ages. 

Censuses have been taken by the Norwegian government and by ecclesiastical officials for population studies and taxation purposes, and if including the three various Census records we can cover the time period from1500's-1900.  

*age 

*physical health; deaf, dumb, mute, etc

 

 

*Census records are especially valuable because they list a large portion of the population. They can provide information when all or portions of other records are missing. Generally, you will find more complete family information in more recent censuses, which can be particularly helpful in identifying birthplaces. Use the information with caution, however, since some information may be incorrect. Remember the census records are sceondary sources!

 

'''''Aslak Bolts jordebok'' '''is a publication of the first census taken in Norway. It was taken about 1430 by Aslak Bolt (1377-1450) for economic reasons, as the Catholic church was in debt. The Black Death had ravaged the country, and several of the farms were left desolate; close to 2/3 of the Norwegian population perished. Properties were to be indexed so taxes could be assessed. The index includes the value of each property, taxes paid (or not), and the name(s) of the owners. There is also an index by given-name and place-name in the back of the book. This particular index includes names of estates (farms) that were under the jurisdiction of the Archbishop in Nidaros (now Trondheim city in Norway). This book does not include all the localities of Norway, but it does include properties in Northern Norway, Trøndelag, and the north west coast of Norway. The old Norse language is listed on the left page, and a translation to the modern Norwegian language is listed on the right page.  

'''1664 to 1666:&nbsp;''' Two censuses were taken, one clerical done by the local priest, and one civil done by the local bailiffs.&nbsp;These are called "Titus Bülcher" census'. These censuses cover the rural areas only. For some parts of Norway all or part of the census is missing.&nbsp; Finnmark&nbsp;county was not included. These census' are organized by farms.<br>The following information was given:

*all male family members over age 12&nbsp;

The 1664-66&nbsp;census may also include the names of the younger boys.<br>

<br>'''1701:&nbsp;&nbsp;'''This census was taken Sep&nbsp;1701, and includs all males&nbsp;age 1 and older.&nbsp;&nbsp;Most cities in Finnmark County does not include the cities.&nbsp; Large&nbsp;portions of Agder county&nbsp;and&nbsp;"Østlandet" (eastern part of Norway) are lost.&nbsp;

 

 

 

 

*all persons living with the family.

Much of this record has been lost, but it has been preserved for some areas. Rogaland is the only county for which the entire census is preserved. Some registers of souls can be found in the parish registers.&nbsp;

After finding this site click on english&nbsp;at the&nbsp;top left side, and then choose a census from&nbsp;the blue bar at the top of the page.&nbsp;You may choose 1801, 1865, 1875 (not complete), and 1900 census, or click on&nbsp; "Database Selector", then choose "Folketellinger" (census).&nbsp; From the&nbsp;Source category drag&nbsp;down&nbsp;tab, then choose the year from the sub-category tab, and a list of&nbsp;what is availabe will appear. &nbsp;More information is continually being made available online; therefore, it is a good idea to&nbsp;check this site often.