Population
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Population Distribution
- India is the 2nd most populous country in the world with 121 crores people (Census 2011)
- India occupies only 2.41% of world's land but supports 17.5% of world's population
- India's average population density: 382 persons per sq.km (Census 2011)
Factors Affecting Population Distribution
- Favorable factors: Fertile plains, availability of water, moderate climate, flat land, nearness to sea, industries, transportation networks
- Unfavorable factors: Mountains, deserts, dense forests, extreme climate, lack of water, poor connectivity
- In India: High density in Ganga plains, coastal areas, Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata due to fertile land and economic opportunities
Population Composition
- Sex Ratio: Brazil has more than 1000 females per 1000 males (favorable for women)
- Sex Ratio: India has less than 1000 females per 1000 males (men outnumber women)
- Age Structure: Brazil's population is aging, India has more youth (higher working population)
Population Growth Rate
- Brazil's population growth rate has reduced considerably
- Brazil's population may not increase significantly in next two decades
- India's population grew by 18.2 crores from 2001 to 2011
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