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== | ==Resources== | ||
===Online Resources=== | |||
== | *[https://opac.nlai.ir/opac-prod/index.jsp Family Name Search] at National Library and Archives of Iran | ||
*[https://irandataportal.syr.edu/ Iran Data Portal] - Contains Iran's 1956, 1966, 1986, 1996, 2006, 2011, and 2016 censuses located under the "Socioeconomic Data" tab, statistical data only | |||
===Offices to Contact=== | |||
'''National Library and Archives of Iran'''<br> | |||
National Library and Archive Blvd<br> | |||
Tehran, Tehran Province<br> | |||
Iran<br> | |||
Email: [mailto:nai@nlai.ir nai@nlai.ir]<br> | |||
Telephone: +98 21 81620<br> | |||
[https://www.nlai.ir/ Website]<br> | |||
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Library_and_Archives_of_Iran Wikipedia] | |||
{{Block indent|*[https://opac.nlai.ir/opac-prod/index.jsp Family name search] Search the archives (in Arabic) for individual or family names mentioned in books, censuses, and other records in the archive}} | |||
== | ==Background== | ||
Unlike its neighbors, Iran, also known as Persia, has been independently ruled since ancient times. The beginnings of a large-scale census in Iran could be seen in the 19th century during the Qājār Dynasty as regional surveys were commissioned to gather data about the population, crops, and resources for taxation purposes. A full national census was attempted in the 1930s but was abandoned due to international conflicts. The first complete national census was successfully conducted in 1956, and since then, Iran has conducted censuses every ten years until 2006, when the interval was changed to five years. | |||
===Types of Censuses=== | |||
====Qājār Dynasty Censuses==== | |||
'''1789-1925:''' The first large-scale censuses in Iran were conducted in the early 20th century during the reign of Naser al-Din Shah Qājār. These censuses aimed to gather information on the population and resources of the country.<ref>Britannica, T. Editors of Encyclopaedia, "Qājār dynasty," Encyclopedia Britannica, December 2, 2024, <nowiki>https://www.britannica.com/topic/Qajar-dynasty</nowiki>.</ref><ref>Lambton, Ann K. S., "Landlord and Peasant in Persia: A Study of Land Tenure and Land Revenue Administration," Oxford University Press: London, 1969, https://archive.org/details/landlordpeasanti0000lamb_c8q8/page/152/mode/2up.</ref> | |||
==== Pahlavi Dynasty Census ==== | |||
'''1925-1979:''' More systematic and comprehensive censuses were conducted during this period. The first nationwide census was carried out in 1956, followed by subsequent censuses in 1966, 1976, and 1986 (see online resources above for links to census data).<ref>Afary, J., "Pahlavi dynasty," ''Encyclopedia Britannica'', September 5, 2024, <nowiki>https://www.britannica.com/topic/Pahlavi-dynasty</nowiki>.</ref> | |||
====Iran Statistical Census==== | |||
Iran statistical census data at Iran Data Portal was created by Syracuse University with PDF versions of the censuses for the years 1956, 1966, 1976, 1986, 1996, 2006, 2011, and 2016. Does not contain individual names. | |||
==== Islamic Republic of Iran Censuses ==== | |||
'''1979-current:''' These censuses reflect the priorities of the current government, with a focus on economic self-sufficiency, and population growth. Modern technology has also made these censuses more accurate and comprehensive (see online resources above for links to census data). | |||
==Information Recorded in the Records== | ==Information Recorded in the Records== | ||
* '''Qājār censuses:''' Primarily a revenue survey, including information about the resources and lands of the various tribes. | |||
* '''Pahlavi census:''' Population size, age, gender, occupation, and education. | |||
* '''Islamic Republic of Iran censuses:''' Data on population, household, education, occupation, housing, migration, economic activity, and health. | |||
==Strategy== | |||
To obtain names of ancestors from 20th century census records, try searching the National Library and Archives of Iran [https://opac.nlai.ir/opac-prod/index.jsp Family name search] mentioned above. Contact the archive at [mailto:nai@nlai.ir nai@nlai.ir] for help with research inquiries. | |||
== References == | ==References== | ||
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Online Resources
- Family Name Search at National Library and Archives of Iran
- Iran Data Portal - Contains Iran's 1956, 1966, 1986, 1996, 2006, 2011, and 2016 censuses located under the "Socioeconomic Data" tab, statistical data only
Offices to Contact
National Library and Archives of Iran
National Library and Archive Blvd
Tehran, Tehran Province
Iran
Email: nai@nlai.ir
Telephone: +98 21 81620
Website
Wikipedia
Background
Unlike its neighbors, Iran, also known as Persia, has been independently ruled since ancient times. The beginnings of a large-scale census in Iran could be seen in the 19th century during the Qājār Dynasty as regional surveys were commissioned to gather data about the population, crops, and resources for taxation purposes. A full national census was attempted in the 1930s but was abandoned due to international conflicts. The first complete national census was successfully conducted in 1956, and since then, Iran has conducted censuses every ten years until 2006, when the interval was changed to five years.
Types of Censuses
Qājār Dynasty Censuses
1789-1925: The first large-scale censuses in Iran were conducted in the early 20th century during the reign of Naser al-Din Shah Qājār. These censuses aimed to gather information on the population and resources of the country.[1][2]
Pahlavi Dynasty Census
1925-1979: More systematic and comprehensive censuses were conducted during this period. The first nationwide census was carried out in 1956, followed by subsequent censuses in 1966, 1976, and 1986 (see online resources above for links to census data).[3]
Iran Statistical Census
Iran statistical census data at Iran Data Portal was created by Syracuse University with PDF versions of the censuses for the years 1956, 1966, 1976, 1986, 1996, 2006, 2011, and 2016. Does not contain individual names.
Islamic Republic of Iran Censuses
1979-current: These censuses reflect the priorities of the current government, with a focus on economic self-sufficiency, and population growth. Modern technology has also made these censuses more accurate and comprehensive (see online resources above for links to census data).
Information Recorded in the Records
- Qājār censuses: Primarily a revenue survey, including information about the resources and lands of the various tribes.
- Pahlavi census: Population size, age, gender, occupation, and education.
- Islamic Republic of Iran censuses: Data on population, household, education, occupation, housing, migration, economic activity, and health.
Strategy
To obtain names of ancestors from 20th century census records, try searching the National Library and Archives of Iran Family name search mentioned above. Contact the archive at nai@nlai.ir for help with research inquiries.
References
- ↑ Britannica, T. Editors of Encyclopaedia, "Qājār dynasty," Encyclopedia Britannica, December 2, 2024, https://www.britannica.com/topic/Qajar-dynasty.
- ↑ Lambton, Ann K. S., "Landlord and Peasant in Persia: A Study of Land Tenure and Land Revenue Administration," Oxford University Press: London, 1969, https://archive.org/details/landlordpeasanti0000lamb_c8q8/page/152/mode/2up.
- ↑ Afary, J., "Pahlavi dynasty," Encyclopedia Britannica, September 5, 2024, https://www.britannica.com/topic/Pahlavi-dynasty.