draw a web daigram to show factor affecting the distribution of population
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4. Political factors
Figure 1: Types of factors affecting population distribution
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The physical factors include, chiefly, climate, landforms, topography, soil, energy and mineral resources,
accessibility in terms of distance from the coast, natural harbors, navigable rivers or canals etc. Socio-
economic factors include cultural characteristics, types of economic activities, technology used (including
the type of farming), and social organization. Demographic factors include changes resulting from natural
increase and migration. Factors such as political boundaries, political stability (or unrest), disturbances,
controls on migration and trade, government policies and transportation facilities are considered as
political factors.
1.2 Physical Factors affecting distribution of population
Man makes the choice of molding space according to his cultural values and hence, there are variations in
habitations in response to environmental stimuli. He relates to the natural environment through
settlements, which are physical embodiments of an ideal environment.
1.2.1 Climate is one of the most important natural conditions. It determines the nature of the flora of the
region and influences agriculture. Climate also determines the type of animals that are associated with the
region. Humans seek favorable climatic conditions in the places they want to settle in. The climatic belts
are the principal areas of most of the human activity. It is evident from the world’s population distribution
that the highest populated countries of the world are mostly located in the tropical regions.
A warm, comfortable climate attracts people. Regions with such climates provide favourable conditions
for a wide range of fauna to thrive, supporting the life systems in the place. Agriculture and animal
husbandry make it possible to provide food for large populations. On the other hand, places with extreme
climatic conditions are usually scarcely populated because it is difficult to sustain human life in such
places. Countries in the temperate regions are also well populated. The regions are colder than the tropical
regions but are hotter than the polar zones. The polar zones of the Arctic and Sub-Arctic regions remain
the least populated of all. The extremely low temperature is not favourable for habitation. Vegetation is
scarce. Cold winters and very short summers make living difficult.
1.2.2 Topography or terrain. Navigable areas are more populated than rough ones. Mountains are less
preferred because of lack of arable land. In addition, the cost of transportation, construction and
agriculture are considerably higher in such places. In general, high altitudes also impose a physiological