The last census of Ukraine has been conducted in 2001. It was the first and so far the only census of the population since Ukraine gained independence. The whole world conducts the population census every 10 years. The population census in Ukraine should have been conducted in 2011, but it was postponed for several times. This year, a special working group was created, but in 2018 nothing will happen. The next census, or rather, its attempt (taking into account previous transfers), is planned for 2020.
It should be noted that in December this year a pilot population census will be conducted, in particular in the Obolonsky district of Kyiv and the Borodyansky district of the Kyiv region. It is promised to use innovative technologies for collecting information from the public. What is meant by “innovative technologies” is not clear, because Ukraine does not have the electronic data collection system. Maybe, the “innovation” means the use of tablets for collecting the respondents’ data, however, this sounds too pathetic.
