Population Distribution or Structure – Age Distribution
Population distribution refers to the ways in which the population of a given country is distributed into certain categories such as age, sex, occupation and geographical distribution. Age distribution is the break down of the population of a country into age groups. Age distribution in economics is very important as it shows the usefulness of population and the supply of labor required in different sectors of the economy.
Under Population and Over PopulationUnder population is a situation where the population is too small relative to the available resources. While over population refers to a situation where the population exceeds the available resources of a country. As a result of overpopulation, people will compete for the available resources and there will be a general fall in standard of living of the people. These two factors greatly influence the economy of a state of Nation.
Characteristics, Types and Importance, or Reasons for Population CensusThere are two main types of population census and they are: 1. Defacto Population census: This is the type of population census which involves the counting of only those who are present physically during census. In this group, only those who are present physically or seen are counted.
Population Density and Ageing or Declining Population and How It Effects a Nation’s Economic GrowthFor the developed nations, underpopulation is not a good idea at all. Though it may not be recommended to developing nations as well, because this will also kill the little production they generate and hence a fall in the nation’s economy.
A Short History of Memorial DayMemorial Day is held annually on the last Monday of May. It is America’s favorite federal holiday as it is an official start of the summer season. Besides this, it is also an emotional holiday for many people because this day honors the fallen soldiers of the US Army.
Large Populations – General Overview, Advantages and ComplicationsCountries like China, United states of America, India, Indonesia, Nigeria, Russia have large populations (not in relation to land mass or resources- just based on numbers). How can their population affect them both in a good note and a bad one?
Factors Affecting Migration and Solutions to Rural-Urban Migration, Especially to Developing NationsMigration is the movement of people from one geographical area to another, involving permanent or temporary residence or settlement. There must be a reason or reasons of migration-either something is chasing the individuals away from their present location or there is an attraction to where they are going to. What are these influencing factors?
Determinants of Population Size and Growth-Birth Rate, Death Rate and MigrationThere are three main factors which determine the population size and growth of a given country. There three factors are birth rate, death rate and migration.
Population and Population CensusPopulation is the total number of people living within a country or a geographical area at a particular time. Population in other words, refers to the total number of children, adults (men and women), youth (boys and girls) living in a given geographical area, which may be a town, village or country, at a specific time. The study of population is very important for many reasons.
The Evolution Revolution on the Holiday SeasonOnce again the holiday season is approaching. And humankind’s ‘State of the Union’ leaves a great deal to be desired. But the insanity rampant on our precious planet today is actually the death throes of the old self-centered paradigm.
Aborigine BoomerangsOne of the more unique and interesting tools found in the outback of Australia, boomerangs served a very useful purpose. There are many different sizes, types and shapes, depending on the culture, geographic location and need of the hunter. The type of prey would also determine what kind of weapon would be needed.
When The Matric Celebration Meant The Child Could Not Attend VarsitySouth Africa is in turmoil. A person is seen as worthless, but goods are seen as worthwhile. This is a sad state of affairs, and what I have just read on a social networking site is typical of the shoddy view people here have of even their own children, as well as themselves.
