Marine Fisheries Census 2005 and 2010 of Andhra Pradesh: Comparison

Andhra Pradesh is one of the major marine fish producing states along the east coast of India.It has a coast line of 974 km bordering in the east with 9 coastal districts viz., Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, East Godavari, West Godavari, Krishna, Guntur, Prakasam and Nellore. There are two major fishing harbours at Visakhapatnam and Kakinada from where bulk of total trawl catch (about 70%) is landed. The fishery is contributed by mechanised, motorised and traditional sectors. Socio-economic evaluation of the fisherfolk population, information on livelihood activities, education and professional status are the prerequisites for proper planning and implementation of programmes for their upliftment and social empowerment. Marine Fisheries Census 2005 and 2010 provides needed information for Government agencies, NGO’s and other stakeholders