Himachal Assembly Elections
The Himachal Assembly Elections dataset provides comprehensive information about candidates who participated in the electoral process of the Himachal State Assembly. The dataset encompasses multiple aspects of the electoral process, including candidate details, election constituencies, party affiliations, election results, and other relevant information. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers, journalists, policymakers, and anyone interested in studying the dynamics of the Himachal Assembly Elections.
Key Features of the Dataset:
Candidate Information: The dataset provides detailed information about each candidate who contested in the Himachal Assembly Elections. It includes their names, gender, age, educational qualifications, criminal records (if any), and party affiliations.
Election Constituencies: The dataset contains a comprehensive list of all the constituencies within Himachal where elections were conducted. It includes information such as the constituency name, number, and reserved status (if any).
Party Affiliations: For each candidate, the dataset specifies the political party they represent. This information is crucial for analyzing party-wise trends, coalition formations, and political dynamics in Himachal.
Election Results: The dataset provides election results at the constituency level, including the number of votes received by each candidate and the winner of the respective constituency. It allows for an in-depth analysis of voting patterns, candidate performance, and electoral outcomes.
Historical Data: The dataset covers multiple election cycles, enabling researchers to analyze trends and changes over time. It facilitates the study of electoral patterns, voter behavior, and political transformations in Himachal.
Data Dictionary
| Column | Type | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| id | numeric | index | |
| month | text | Month | |
| state_name | text | State | |
| state_code | text | State Code | |
| district_name | text | District | |
| district_code | text | District Code | |
| assembly_no | text | Number of assembly election | |
| ac_name | text | Name of constituency | |
| ac_no | text | Constituency number | |
| ac_type | text | Type of constitutency | |
| candidate_name | text | Name of candidate | |
| sex | text | Gender of candidate | |
| age | numeric | Age of candidate | |
| candidate_type | text | Type of candidate | |
| party | text | Name of party | |
| position | numeric | Position secured in election | |
| ac_total_candidates | numeric | Total number of candidates participated in elections | |
| total_electors | numeric | Total number of electors | |
| total_votes | numeric | Number of votes polled during the elections for the candidate | |
| total_valid_votes | numeric | Number of valid votes polled during the elections for the candidate | |
| vote_share_percentage | numeric | Percentage vote share by candidate | |
| margin | numeric | Difference in votes between a candidate next in position | |
| margin_percentage | numeric | percentage of margin with candidate next in position | |
| turnout_percentage | numeric | Percentage turnout in constituency | |
| poll_no | numeric | If the election is bye-election or not. | |
| delimit_id | numeric | Delimitation Number |
Additional Information
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Data last updated | May 11, 2023 |
| Metadata last updated | May 11, 2023 |
| Created | May 11, 2023 |
| Format | CSV |
| License | Open Data Commons Attribution License |
| Additional info | nan |
| Data insights | The Himachal Assembly Elections dataset provides valuable insights into the electoral process and candidate dynamics. Here are some questions that can be explored using the dataset: Candidate Profile Analysis: What is the distribution of candidates based on gender? How does the age distribution of candidates vary across different parties? Are there any correlations between educational qualifications and candidate success? Party Performance and Alliances: Which political party fielded the maximum number of candidates in the elections? Did any parties form pre-election alliances? If so, how did it impact their performance? How does the vote share of major parties compare across different constituencies? Constituency-Level Analysis: Which constituencies had the highest voter turnout in the elections? Were there any constituencies with a significant swing in voting patterns compared to previous elections? How did reserved constituencies perform in terms of candidate diversity and representation? Election Results and Trends: Who were the top-performing candidates in terms of votes received? Did any independent candidates emerge as winners in the elections? Are there any noticeable trends or patterns in the election results across different election cycles? Voter Behavior and Participation: How does the voter turnout vary across different demographics, such as age groups or gender? Are there any noticeable differences in voting patterns between rural and urban constituencies? Did any constituencies witness a significant increase or decrease in voter participation compared to previous elections? Exploring these questions using the Himachal Assembly Elections dataset can provide valuable insights into the electoral landscape, candidate profiles, party dynamics, and voter behavior in Himachal. |
| Data last updated | 2,023 |
| Data retreival date | 2023-04-26 00:00:00 |
| Datastore active | True |
| District no | 12 |
| Frequency | Election |
| Granularity | Assembly Constituency |
| Has views | True |
| Id | aa74d1cf-aaf8-4a75-a2db-282968a40bb6 |
| Mimetype | text/csv |
| No indicators | 12 |
| Package id | 7771573f-41b4-40be-b96a-dd0aaba71494 |
| Position | 0 |
| Size | 187.6 KiB |
| State | active |
| States uts no | 1 |
| Tehsil no | nan |
| Url type | upload |
| Years covered | 2009-2023 |
| Methodology | |
| Similar Resources | |
| Granularity Level | Assembly Constituency |
| Data Extraction Page | |
| Data Retreival Date | 2023-04-26 00:00:00 |
| Data Last Updated | 2023 |
| Sku | |
| Dataset Frequency | Election |
| Years Covered | 2009-2023 |
| No of States/UT(s) | 1 |
| No of Districts | 12 |
| No of Tehsils/blocks | nan |
| No of Gram Panchayats | |
| Additional Information | nan |
| Number of Indicators | 12 |
| Insights from the dataset | The Himachal Assembly Elections dataset provides valuable insights into the electoral process and candidate dynamics. Here are some questions that can be explored using the dataset: Candidate Profile Analysis: What is the distribution of candidates based on gender? How does the age distribution of candidates vary across different parties? Are there any correlations between educational qualifications and candidate success? Party Performance and Alliances: Which political party fielded the maximum number of candidates in the elections? Did any parties form pre-election alliances? If so, how did it impact their performance? How does the vote share of major parties compare across different constituencies? Constituency-Level Analysis: Which constituencies had the highest voter turnout in the elections? Were there any constituencies with a significant swing in voting patterns compared to previous elections? How did reserved constituencies perform in terms of candidate diversity and representation? Election Results and Trends: Who were the top-performing candidates in terms of votes received? Did any independent candidates emerge as winners in the elections? Are there any noticeable trends or patterns in the election results across different election cycles? Voter Behavior and Participation: How does the voter turnout vary across different demographics, such as age groups or gender? Are there any noticeable differences in voting patterns between rural and urban constituencies? Did any constituencies witness a significant increase or decrease in voter participation compared to previous elections? Exploring these questions using the Himachal Assembly Elections dataset can provide valuable insights into the electoral landscape, candidate profiles, party dynamics, and voter behavior in Himachal. |
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