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Age structure, sex ratio and Rural-Urban composition of India

Rural-Urban Composition:

For the first time since Independence, the absolute increase in Population is more in urban areas that in rural areas

Rural Population in India: 68.84%

Urban Population in India: 31.16%

Level of Urbanization increased from 27.81% in 2001 Census to 31.16% in 2011 Census

The proportion of rural population declined from 72.19% to 68.84%

INDIA/STATE/UT	TOTAL POPULATION	RURAL POPULATION	URBAN POPULATION	RURAL POP Percentage	URBAN POP PERCANTAGE
A & N ISLANDS	3,79,944	2,44,411	1,35,533	64.33	35.67
ANDHRA PRADESH	8,46,65,533	5,63,11,788	2,83,53,745	66.51	33.49
ARUNACHAL PRADESH	13,82,611	10,69,165	3,13,446	77.33	22.67
ASSAM	3,11,69,272	2,67,80,516	43,88,756	85.92	14.08
BIHAR	10,38,04,637	9,20,75,028	1,17,29,609	88.7	11.3
CHANDIGARH	10,54,686	29,004	10,25,682	2.75	97.25
CHHATTISGARH	2,55,40,196	1,96,03,658	59,36,538	76.76	23.24
DADRA & NAGAR HAVELI #	3,42,853	1,83,024	1,59,829	53.38	46.62
DAMAN & DIU	2,42,911	60,331	1,82,580	24.84	75.16
GOA	14,57,723	5,51,414	9,06,309	37.83	62.17
GUJARAT	6,03,83,628	3,46,70,817	2,57,12,811	57.42	42.58
HARYANA	2,53,53,081	1,65,31,493	88,21,588	65.21	34.79
HIMACHAL PRADESH	68,56,509	61,67,805	6,88,704	89.96	10.04
INDIA	1,21,01,93,422	83,30,87,662	37,71,05,760	68.84	31.16
JAMMU & KASHMIR	1,25,48,926	91,34,820	34,14,106	72.79	27.21
JHARKHAND	3,29,66,238	2,50,36,946	79,29,292	75.95	24.05
KARNATAKA	6,11,30,704	3,75,52,529	2,35,78,175	61.43	38.57
KERALA	3,33,87,677	1,74,55,506	1,59,32,171	52.28	47.72
LAKSHADWEEP	64,429	14,121	50,308	21.92	78.08
MADHYA PRADESH	7,25,97,565	5,25,37,899	2,00,59,666	72.37	27.63
MAHARASHTRA	11,23,72,972	6,15,45,441	5,08,27,531	54.77	45.23
MANIPUR	27,21,756	18,99,624	8,22,132	69.79	30.21
MEGHALAYA	29,64,007	23,68,971	5,95,036	79.92	20.08
MIZORAM	10,91,014	5,29,037	5,61,977	48.49	51.51
NAGALAND	19,80,602	14,06,861	5,73,741	71.03	28.97
NCT OF DELHI	1,67,53,235	4,19,319	1,63,33,916	2.5	97.5
ORISSA	4,19,47,358	3,49,51,234	69,96,124	83.32	16.68
Puducherry	12,44,464	3,94,341	8,50,123	31.69	68.31
PUNJAB	2,77,04,236	1,73,16,800	1,03,87,436	62.51	37.49
RAJASTHAN	6,86,21,012	5,15,40,236	1,70,80,776	75.11	24.89
Sikkim	6,07,688	4,55,962	1,51,726	75.03	24.97
Tamil NADU	7,21,38,958	3,71,89,229	3,49,49,729	51.55	48.45
TRIPURA	36,71,032	27,10,051	9,60,981	73.82	26.18
UTTAR PRADESH	19,95,81,477	15,51,11,022	4,44,70,455	77.72	22.28
UTTARAKHAND	1,01,16,752	70,25,583	30,91,169	69.45	30.55
WEST BENGAL	9,13,47,736	6,22,13,676	2,91,34,060	68.11	31.89

Age Structure:

Age- sex structure is one of the most important characteristics of population composition. Almost all population characteristics vary significantly with age.

Information is included by sex and age group (0-14 years, 15-64 years, 65 years and over). The age structure of a population affects a nation's key socioeconomic issues. Countries with young populations (high percentage under age 15) need to invest more in schools, while countries with older populations (high percentage ages 65 and over) need to invest more in the Health sector. The age structure can also be used to help predict potential political issues. For example, the rapid Growth of a young adult population unable to find EMPLOYMENT can lead to unrest.

Below is the age structure of India:

0-14 years: 27.71% (male 186,420,229/female 164,611,755)
15-24 years: 17.99% (male 121,009,850/female 106,916,692)
25-54 years: 40.91% (male 267,203,029/female 251,070,105)
55-64 years: 7.3% (male 46,398,574/female 46,105,489)
65 years and over: 6.09% (male 36,549,003/female 40,598,872) (2016 est.)

Sex Ratio:

Sex ratio is used to describe the number of females per 1000 of males. Sex ratio is a valuable source for finding the population of Women in India and what is the ratio of women to that of men in India.

In the Population Census of 2011 it was revealed that the population ratio in India 2011 is 940 females per 1000 of males. The Sex Ratio 2011 shows an upward trend from the census 2001 data. Census 2001 revealed that there were 933 females to that of 1000 males.

While Kerala with sex ratio of 1084 top the list, Daman and Diu with sex ratio of 618 is at the bottom of the list.

Below is the list of states according to the sex ration. In the list we can see the states with good sex ratio.

		2011 Census
S.No.	State	Sex Ratio	Child Sexratio
–	India	943	919
1	Kerala	1084	964
2	Puducherry	1037	967
3	Tamil Nadu	996	943
4	Andhra Pradesh	993	939
5	Chhattisgarh	991	969
6	Meghalaya	989	970
7	Manipur	985	930
8	Orissa	979	941
9	Mizoram	976	970

India is a country with a diverse population, both in terms of age and sex. The age structure of India’s population is constantly changing, as the country experiences rapid Population Growth. In this ARTICLE, we will discuss the age structure, sex ratio, and rural-urban composition of India’s population.

Age Structure

The age structure of a population refers to the distribution of people by age. This information can be used to track population trends and to make projections about future population growth. The age structure of India’s population is relatively young, with a Median age of 28.2 years. This means that half of India’s population is younger than 28.2 years old. The country’s young age structure is due to a high fertility rate and a low mortality rate.

The age structure of India’s population is also changing rapidly. The country’s population is growing at a rate of 1.2% per year. This means that the population is increasing by about 18 million people each year. The majority of this population growth is due to natural increase, which is the difference between births and deaths.

The age structure of India’s population has a number of implications for the country’s economy and Society. A young population means that there is a large number of people of working age. This can be a positive factor, as it means that there is a large workforce available to support the economy. However, a young population also means that there is a large number of people who are dependent on others for support. This can put a strain on the country’s Resources.

Sex Ratio

The sex ratio of a population is the number of males per 100 females. The sex ratio of India’s population is 940 males per 100 females. This means that there are 940 males for every 100 females in India. The sex ratio of India’s population has been declining in recent years. In 1991, the sex ratio was 927 males per 100 females. The decline in the sex ratio is due to a number of factors, including female infanticide, sex-selective abortion, and a preference for sons.

The low sex ratio in India has a number of negative consequences. It can lead to social problems, such as an increase in crime and violence. It can also lead to economic problems, as there are fewer women available to work in the workforce.

Rural Urban Composition

The rural-urban composition of a population refers to the distribution of people between rural and urban areas. The rural-urban composition of India’s population is changing rapidly. In 1991, 74% of India’s population lived in rural areas. By 2011, this number had declined to 68%. The decline in the rural population is due to a number of factors, including urbanization, industrialization, and the Green Revolution.

The urbanization rate of India is one of the highest in the world. The country’s urban population is growing at a rate of 3.1% per year. This means that the urban population is increasing by about 20 million people each year. The majority of this population growth is due to Migration from rural areas to urban areas.

The rural-urban composition of India’s population has a number of implications for the country’s economy and society. A growing urban population means that there is a large market for goods and Services. This can be a positive factor, as it can lead to economic growth. However, a growing urban population also means that there is a strain on Infrastructure-2/”>INFRASTRUCTURE, such as housing, transportation, and sanitation.

Conclusion

The age structure, sex ratio, and rural-urban composition of India’s population are constantly changing. These changes have a number of implications for the country’s economy and society. It is important to understand these changes in order to make informed decisions about the future of India.

Age Structure

What is the age structure of India?
India has a young population, with a median age of 28.4 years. This means that half of the population is younger than 28.4 years old.
What are the implications of India’s young population?
India’s young population has both positive and negative implications. On the positive side, it means that India has a large workforce and a potential for economic growth. On the negative side, it means that India will have to invest heavily in Education and healthcare to meet the needs of its young population.
What are the challenges of India’s young population?
One of the biggest challenges of India’s young population is Unemployment. India’s economy is not growing fast enough to create enough jobs for its young people. This has led to high levels of unemployment, especially among young people with higher education.
What are the opportunities of India’s young population?
India’s young population is also a huge opportunity. India has a large workforce that is eager to work and contribute to the economy. This workforce can be a driving force for economic growth.

Sex Ratio

What is the sex ratio in India?
The sex ratio in India is 940 females per 1000 males. This means that there are 940 females for every 1000 males in India.
What are the reasons for the low sex ratio in India?
There are many reasons for the low sex ratio in India. One reason is female infanticide. Female infanticide is the practice of killing female babies. Another reason is sex-selective abortion. Sex-selective abortion is the practice of aborting female fetuses.
What are the consequences of the low sex ratio in India?
The low sex ratio in India has many consequences. One consequence is that there will be a shortage of women in India. This shortage of women will make it difficult for men to find wives. Another consequence is that there will be an increase in crime and violence against women.

Rural Urban Composition

What is the rural-urban composition of India?
India is a predominantly rural country. About 68% of the population lives in rural areas. The remaining 32% of the population lives in urban areas.
What are the trends in the rural-urban composition of India?
The rural-urban composition of India is changing. The proportion of the population living in urban areas is increasing. This is due to a number of factors, including economic growth, urbanization, and migration.
What are the implications of the changing rural-urban composition of India?
The changing rural-urban composition of India has a number of implications. One implication is that there will be an increase in the demand for urban services, such as housing, transportation, and healthcare. Another implication is that there will be an increase in the gap between the rich and the poor.

Which of the following is not a factor that affects the age structure of a population?
(A) Birth rate
(B) Death rate
(C) Migration rate
(D) Population density
Which of the following is the most common age structure in developing countries?
(A) Pyramidal
(B) Bell-shaped
(C) Inverse pyramid
(D) Columnar
Which of the following is the most common age structure in developed countries?
(A) Pyramidal
(B) Bell-shaped
(C) Inverse pyramid
(D) Columnar
Which of the following is the most common sex ratio in the world?
(A) 100 males to 100 females
(B) 105 males to 100 females
(C) 110 males to 100 females
(D) 115 males to 100 females
Which of the following is the most common sex ratio in India?
(A) 100 males to 100 females
(B) 105 males to 100 females
(C) 110 males to 100 females
(D) 115 males to 100 females
Which of the following is the most common rural-urban composition in the world?
(A) More than half of the population lives in rural areas.
(B) More than half of the population lives in urban areas.
(C) The population is evenly distributed between rural and urban areas.
(D) There is no clear trend in the rural-urban composition of the world’s population.
Which of the following is the most common rural-urban composition in India?
(A) More than half of the population lives in rural areas.
(B) More than half of the population lives in urban areas.
(C) The population is evenly distributed between rural and urban areas.
(D) There is no clear trend in the rural-urban composition of India’s population.