South Asian Studies, Vol 1, No 35 (2020)

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Transitionary Aspects and Population Dynamics in Rural Punjab: Demographic and Social Dimensions

Dr. Ayesha Farooq

Abstract


This paper discusses the socio-demographics of a village in Punjab named „Mohla‟. Sociodemographic variables include description of age distribution, sex composition, family structure, castes and marital statuses of the people. Description of respondents‟ attributes such as educational and occupational statuses are also inclusive of this study. The researchers used quantitative approach and data collection was done through probability survey to ensure objectivity and reliability of the results. Household Enumeration Forms were used to collect the information regarding age, sex, households and castes. On the other hand, interview schedule was developed to gather information from the respondents. Decade-wise sources of water supply and domestic material possessions are also analyzed. These time series data are indicative of the development that has taken place over the fifty years, this is expected to have influence on the socio- structural changes in the rural community.

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