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Explain the factors affecting the distribution of population.

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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.


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