Title

Ethiopia population Density -

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Abstract

This dataset represents the estimated population density of Ethiopia in the year 2020 , expressed as the number of people per square kilometer. It is intended to support spatial analysis and decision-making in areas such as disaster risk reduction, resource allocation, development planning, and vulnerability assessment

Source - WORLDPOP

Relationship to Exposure- (Positive)-   The higher the population, the higher the exposure

 

Publication Date

April 9, 2025, 5:32 a.m.

Type

Raster Data

Category

Socio-economy

Economic activities, conditions and employment. Examples: production, labour, revenue, commerce, industry, tourism and ecotourism, forestry, fisheries, commercial or subsistence hunting, exploration and exploitation of resources such as minerals, oil and gas.

Regions

East Africa , Ethiopia

Responsible

IGAD_DRM

More info

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Purpose

The purpose of this dataset is to provide spatially explicit population density estimates for Ethiopia to support vulnerability assesment  - through the exposure component which is one of the vulnerability components , disaster risk assessment, and sustainable development efforts. It enables analysts and decision-makers to identify population exposure to natural hazards such as droughts, floods and to prioritize interventions based on population distribution.

Language

English

Supplemental Information

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