Population estimation is one of the main tasks of the Department of Population
The followings are the procedures involved in the estimation of population :
 
Estimates population based on census and demographic surveys data and population statistics obtained from Township Immigration and Registration offices.
 
Compile, validate and consolidate township level population data up to the Union level every four months
 
Collaborate with Department of Immigration and National Registration to obtain accurate, reliable and timely population statistics
 
Provide official estimated population statistics to the Government Ministries, Departments, United Nations Agencies, and NGOs on request through the ministry.