Question

Explain the factors affecting the distribution of population.

Answer 1

1. Physical features :

• Mountain and Hilly areas are sparsely populated. (North east hilly region)
• Northern plains and deltas have dense population.

2. Climate :

• Hot, cold or dry regions are sparsely populated – Thar desert.

3. Soils :

• Fertile soil regions are densly populated Northern plains.
• Infertile sandy soil in thar desert – sparsely populated.

4. Resources :

• Regions with rich mineral deposits and power resources are densly populated.

5. Industries and commerce

• Industrialized, commercial urban centres are densly populated. Eg – Delhi, Bengaluru.
• Supply of water, tourism and security of life and property also influence population distribution.