Human Characteristics Global Data
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This dataset offers a detailed overview of various human metrics for the world population. It includes essential data points such as height, weight, IQ, quality of life indicators, life expectancy, and population density for numerous countries. The collection aims to provide insights into global human characteristics, supporting a wide array of analytical and research purposes. It is designed to be updated annually, ensuring its relevance for ongoing studies in social sciences and demography.
Columns
The dataset is structured across several files, each containing specific metrics:
- height_weight_data.csv:
country
: The name of the country.male_height
: Average male height in centimeters.female_height
: Average female height in centimeters.male_weight
: Average male weight in kilograms.female_weight
: Average female weight in kilograms.male_bmi
: Average male Body Mass Index.female_bmi
: Average female Body Mass Index.
- iq.csv:
iq
: Average IQ score.education_expenditure_per_inhabitant
: Education expenditure per inhabitant.daily_max_temp
: Daily maximum temperature.
- life_expectancy.csv:
male_life_expectancy
: Male life expectancy.female_life_expectancy
: Female life expectancy.birth_rate
: Birth rate.death_rate
: Death rate.
- population_density.csv:
area
: Geographic area.population
: Total population count.pop_per_km_sq
: Population per square kilometre.
- quality of life.csv:
stability
: Stability metric.rights
: Rights metric.health
: Health metric.safety
: Safety metric.climate
: Climate metric.costs
: Costs metric.popularity
: Popularity metric.
Distribution
The data is provided in CSV file format. The
height_weight_data.csv
file is approximately 4.75 kB in size. While specific sizes for other files are not available, they are also in CSV format. The height_weight_data.csv
includes 126 unique country entries, representing 126 records. Row counts for other files are not explicitly stated in the available information.Usage
This dataset is ideal for a range of applications, including:
- Social Science Research: Analysing global trends in human development and well-being.
- Demographic Studies: Examining population characteristics and their distribution worldwide.
- Public Health Analysis: Investigating relationships between physical attributes, life expectancy, and health indicators.
- Economic Analysis: Exploring correlations between education expenditure, IQ, and quality of life.
- Policy Development: Informing strategies related to public health, education, and urban planning.
- Geographical Studies: Understanding population distribution and environmental factors.
Coverage
The dataset offers a global geographic scope, encompassing data for 126 different countries. It includes demographic specifics such as male and female data for height, weight, BMI, and life expectancy. General population data is provided for IQ, education expenditure, population density, and various quality of life metrics. A specific time range for the data points is not detailed, but the dataset is expected to be updated annually.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Researchers: For in-depth analysis across social sciences, demography, and health.
- Data Analysts and Scientists: To build models, identify patterns, and perform comparative studies on human metrics.
- Policy Makers: To inform decisions and develop initiatives related to global health, education, and societal well-being.
- Students and Educators: As a resource for academic projects, teaching, and learning about international human statistics.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global Human Metrics Atlas
- World Population Indicators
- International Demographics & Health
- Human Characteristics Global Data
- Global Vital Statistics
Attributes
Original Data Source: Human Characteristics Global Data