Question

How can population pyramids help determine the need of the population?

Answer 1

By analyzing the population pyramid we can predict many parameters. A population pyramid is a histological graph that shows the distribution pattern of both the genders of all age groups with the numbers on the X-axis and age group on the Y-axis. For determining the changes in a population over time a population pyramid is ideal for the study. There are many types of the population pyramid, like a stationary pyramid, constructive pyramid, and expansive pyramid. The youth bulge is a wide part of the population pyramid in the adolescent age group. This is a type of expansive pyramid. This youth bulge determines the need of the population. Between the age group of 16 to 30, this bulge is normally seen in the pyramid (usually in the male), which indicates a sense of unrest, war, etc. By comparing different countries' population pyramid and the young bulge we can understand the need to create more jobs, have policies or planes for controlling the population, or have a strategy for family planning, educating the youth for a better future, and lastly should show concern for infant mortality rate. By this, we can target any particular age group which is more in a particular area and set up some business accordingly so that we can fulfill the needs of that age group people. The population pyramid basically shows the socitial and economical needs.