Population — Chapter Summary
Gujarat Board · Class 12 · Geography
Summary of Population for Gujarat Board Class 12 Geography. Part of the Gujarat Board Class 12 Geography syllabus.
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Overview
Population is the central theme of geographical studies, as human beings are both the means and the objective of all geographical activities. This chapter examines the distribution, density, size, growth, and composition of world and Indian population. It also explores the factors that influence pop
Key Concepts
Population density is defined as
Population density is defined as the average number of persons residing per square kilometre of area. It is calculated as total population divided by
Population density is shaped by (1)
Population density is shaped by (1) Geographical factors — latitude, relief, climate, and soil fertility; (2) Economic factors — mineral wealth, veget
Population growth is the increase
Population growth is the increase in the number of persons in a region over a specified time period. It is calculated by subtracting the earlier popul
Sex ratio is the number
Sex ratio is the number of females per 1000 males. Globally, there are 986 females per 1000 males. India's national average sex ratio is 940 females p
Literacy rate is an indicator
Literacy rate is an indicator of human development and quality of life. India's overall literacy rate is approximately 74% (2011). Male literacy is hi
Learning Objectives
- Understand the concept of population distribution and density at world and regional levels
- Identify and explain factors influencing population density — geographical, economic, social, religious, and political
- Analyse regional disparities in population distribution in India
- Study the composition of population — sex ratio, literacy, age groups, occupational structure, racial, linguistic, and religious composition
- Understand the concept of Human Development Index (HDI) and its measurement
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