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International Population Census Data
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About
This dataset offers a detailed overview of global population statistics for the years 2023 and 2024, providing critical insights into demographic trends, country-specific population figures, geographical areas, and population densities. It serves as a fundamental resource for understanding global human distribution and changes.
Columns
- Country: The name of each sovereign country, with 234 unique entries.
- Population 2024: The estimated population of the country in 2024, ranging from 526 to 1.44 billion.
- Population 2023: The estimated population of the country in 2023, ranging from 518 to 1.43 billion.
- Area (km2): The total land area of the country in square kilometres, with 215 unique area values.
- Density (/km2): The population density, calculated as people per square kilometre, varying from 0.14 to 21.7 thousand.
- Growth Rate: The annual population growth rate for each country, spanning from -0.03 to 0.05.
- World %: The percentage of the global population residing in the respective country, with values from 0 to 0.18. Six records are missing for this column.
- World Rank: The country's global rank based on its population size, ranging from 1 to 234.
Distribution
The dataset is provided as a CSV file, specifically named "World Population by country 2024.csv", and has a file size of 12.9 kB. It features 8 distinct columns and includes data for 234 individual countries, equating to 234 records or rows.
Usage
This dataset is ideal for demographic analysis, geographical studies, economic planning, and social science research. It can be utilised to track population changes over time, compare national demographics, inform policy-making, and support educational projects related to global studies. It also has a high usability score of 10.00.
Coverage
The dataset covers a global geographic scope, encompassing various countries worldwide. It specifically provides population statistics for the years 2023 and 2024. Data is available for 234 distinct countries, with a small number of missing values (3%) for the 'World %' column. The expected update frequency for this dataset is annually.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Researchers and Academics: For demographic studies, trend analysis, and comparative country analysis.
- Data Analysts: To build dashboards, conduct statistical modelling, and generate reports on global population shifts.
- Policy Makers and Government Agencies: To inform urban planning, resource allocation, and international development strategies.
- Students and Educators: As an accessible resource for learning about global demographics and geography.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global Population Data 2023-2024
- World Country Demographics 2024
- Population Statistics by Country (2023-2024)
- International Population Census Data
- Global Demographic Indicators
Attributes
Original Data Source: International Population Census Data
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