Population pyramid

Definition

A population pyramid is a graphical representation showing the distribution of various age groups in a population, typically divided by gender. It helps in understanding the demographic structure of a society, indicating trends in birth rates, death rates, and life expectancy.

Related terms

Demography: The statistical study of populations to analyze their size, density, and distribution across geographical areas.

Birth Rate: The number of live births per thousand people in a population over a specific period of time.

Life Expectancy: The average period that an individual is expected to live as determined by statistical measures considering current mortality rates