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ICSE · Class 12 · Geography

4 concept maps of Population for ICSE Class 12 Geography, each also written out as a text outline. Part of the ICSE Class 12 Geography syllabus.

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Chapter Overview – Population (Class 12 Geography)

Chapter Overview – Population (Class 12 Geography)

The map in words

  • Population
    • Global Context
      • India 17.5 percent world population
      • Only 2.4 percent world area
      • Most populous since 2023
      • 2011 Census 1210 million
    • Distribution
      • Uneven across states
      • UP largest 199.5 million
      • Sikkim smallest 6 lakh
      • Index of Concentration
    • Density
      • 382 persons per sq km India
      • Bihar highest 1102
      • Arunachal lowest 17
      • Three Types
        • Arithmetical
        • Physiological
        • Agricultural
    • Growth Phases
      • Phase 1 Stagnant before 1921
      • Phase 2 Steady 1921 to 1951
      • Phase 3 Rapid 1951 to 1981
      • Phase 4 Slowing after 1981
    • Key Concepts
      • Birth Rate
      • Death Rate
      • Natural Growth
      • Demographic Divide 1921
    • Factors Affecting Density
      • Terrain
      • Climate and Rainfall
      • Soil Fertility
      • Water Bodies
      • Minerals
      • Industries
      • Transport
      • Urbanisation
    • Implications
      • Environmental Degradation
      • Ecological Imbalance
      • Poverty
      • Resource Depletion

Pie chart showing India's 17.5% share of world population among major countries

Pie chart showing India's 17.5% share of world population among major countries

The map in words

  • India: 17.5
  • China: 17.3
  • USA: 4.5
  • Indonesia: 3.4
  • Pakistan: 2.9
  • Brazil: 2.8
  • Nigeria: 2.8
  • Bangladesh: 2.1
  • Russia: 1.8
  • Mexico: 1.6
  • Others: 45.3

Timeline showing major milestones in India's census history

Timeline showing major milestones in India's census history

The map in words

  • 1872
    • First Census - Incomplete
  • 1881
    • First Complete and Synchronous Census
  • 1921
    • Negative Growth - Demographic Divide
  • 1951
    • Post-Independence First Census
  • 1981
    • Period of Rapid Growth Ends
  • 2011
    • Latest Census - 15th Overall

Population geography of India

Population geography of India

The map in words

  • Population geography of India
    • India in the world population context
    • Census of population
    • Distribution of population
    • Density of population
    • Index of concentration
    • Factors affecting distribution and density
    • Population growth
    • Phases of population growth since 1901

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Population for ICSE Class 12 Geography?
Key topics in Population include India in the World Population Context, Census of Population in India, Distribution of Population in India, Density of Population. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 12 board exam.
What do the concept maps for Population show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in Population connect: Chapter Overview – Population (Class 12 Geography); Pie chart showing India's 17.5% share of world population among major countries. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Population for the ICSE Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Population. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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