Date Posted: 4/15/2012 2:00:08 PM
Posted By: Brenda N Membership Level: Silver Total Points: 728
A population census in a country is necessary because it serves as basis for adequate policy planning.Population census reveals the current trend of fertility and mortality,this helps to calculate growth rate and also necessary for planning for social services.Census may reveal the composition of population by age,this information is useful in laying down plans for provision amenities for the different age groups.Census may reveal dependency ratio in the country,the information may be used in determining tax relief.It may reveal the age sex composition of the population,helps to reveal regional imbalances in working and dependence population.It reveals nationality and ethnicity of people which may be useful in planning for the distribution of political responsibilities.It reveals the place of birth of an individual which may help to know the migration trends.
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