Population Distribution and Density

Population distribution refers to how people are spread out across a specific area, showing where they live, such as in cities, towns, or rural areas. Population density measures how many people live in a given space, like a square mile or kilometer. Areas with many people packed closely together, like cities, have high density, while less populated areas, often rural, have low density. Understanding these concepts helps us analyze patterns of human settlement, resource use, and planning for infrastructure, services, and environmental impact in different places.