CHAPTER IV
Results & discussion
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IV.1.1.2.
Demographic evolution
Overall population growth
The population of Skikda from 1977 until 2020 has tripled going through different variations
in the given time.The graphs (figure 13, 14) demonstrates that in 1977 the population was
467600. Then, in 1988 it rose to 622510. The number kept increasing to achieve 899816 in
2008 and 1115380 in 2020.
We note that the population of coastal municipalities is about 30 % of the total one. However,
the density of coastal municipalities population it’s more than the total. Given that there are a
lot of influencing factors:
1. Population growth: Increasing population in cities leads to higher population density.
2. Economic development: The influx of companies, commercial establishments, and
industries to cities promotes economic growth and attracts more workers and residents
to the city.
3. Employment opportunities: Job opportunities are one of the main driving forces for
population migration to cities.
4. Housing shortage: Scarcity of housing in cities leads to increased population density.
5. Inadequate infrastructure: There may be a lack of infrastructure in cities, such as roads,
schools, hospitals, and public transportation.
6. Cultural and social factors: Cultural and social factors may play a role in attracting
people to cities. Cities can be centers for cultural, entertainment, and educational
activities, making them attractive destinations for individuals.
7. Distribution of wealth and poverty: Unequal distribution of wealth and poverty can lead
to population concentration in cities. When there are significant economic and social
gaps between urban and rural areas, individuals tend to migrate towards cities in search
of better opportunities.
Results & discussion
27
IV.1.1.2.
Demographic evolution
Overall population growth
The population of Skikda from 1977 until 2020 has tripled going through different variations
in the given time.The graphs (figure 13, 14) demonstrates that in 1977 the population was
467600. Then, in 1988 it rose to 622510. The number kept increasing to achieve 899816 in
2008 and 1115380 in 2020.
We note that the population of coastal municipalities is about 30 % of the total one. However,
the density of coastal municipalities population it’s more than the total. Given that there are a
lot of influencing factors:
1. Population growth: Increasing population in cities leads to higher population density.
2. Economic development: The influx of companies, commercial establishments, and
industries to cities promotes economic growth and attracts more workers and residents
to the city.
3. Employment opportunities: Job opportunities are one of the main driving forces for
population migration to cities.
4. Housing shortage: Scarcity of housing in cities leads to increased population density.
5. Inadequate infrastructure: There may be a lack of infrastructure in cities, such as roads,
schools, hospitals, and public transportation.
6. Cultural and social factors: Cultural and social factors may play a role in attracting
people to cities. Cities can be centers for cultural, entertainment, and educational
activities, making them attractive destinations for individuals.
7. Distribution of wealth and poverty: Unequal distribution of wealth and poverty can lead
to population concentration in cities. When there are significant economic and social
gaps between urban and rural areas, individuals tend to migrate towards cities in search
of better opportunities.