Population of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
I can describe where people live in the DRC and describe what the population structure of the DRC is like.
- Year 8
Population of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
I can describe where people live in the DRC and describe what the population structure of the DRC is like.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The DRC has a population distribution of around 45 people per square kilometre due to its sheer size.
- Just over half of the people live in rural areas, but Kinshasa is one of the fastest-growing cities in the world.
- Population pyramids represent the population structure of a given location.
- The median age in the DRC is 18.8 years, however half of the population are under 15 years old.
- High birth rates and low life expectancy impact population growth.
Keywords
Population density - the number of people living in a defined area, e.g. 300 people per square kilometre
Population pyramid - a chart representing the population structure of a given location
Median - the middle value of a set of data when all values are placed in numerical order
Birth rate - the number of live births per 1000 people per year
Life expectancy - the average age a person will reach in a given location
Common misconception
Population pyramids only show us the total population size.
A population pyramid provides information about the structure of the population; the age and gender profile of the location represented. This can help governments with future planning.
Equipment
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision required
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