The chapter “Population” in the UP Board Class 9th Social Science Book (Geography) focuses on the study of India’s population and its significance in economic and social development. It explains key concepts such as population size, distribution, density, growth rate, and composition. Students learn how India, being the second most populous country in the world, shows great diversity in population patterns across states and regions.
The chapter also discusses factors affecting population change like birth rate, death rate, and migration, along with the importance of the Census of India for collecting demographic data. Through charts and maps, students understand the relationship between population and resources.
Aligned with the UP Board Class 9 syllabus, this chapter helps learners analyze how population impacts development and encourages awareness about population control and sustainable resource management.