Developing country population structure
Describing the pyramid
In this graph, notice that in 2000 the 0-4 age group contained the largest number of people, with the numbers thereafter declining steadily as the ages increase. This means there is a high birth rate and low life expectancy.
This pyramid shows a youthful population.
Consequences of a youthful population:
- Too many young people, puts an added strain on services e.g. health care.
- Extra money is required to build more schools to accommodate children.
- More teachers and midwives are required to be trained.
- Not enough homes, so shanty towns increase.