"Population Geography" by RC Chandna is a comprehensive textbook that covers the fundamental concepts, theories, and techniques of population geography. The book provides a detailed analysis of population distribution, density, and growth, as well as the social, economic, and environmental factors that influence population dynamics. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of population geography.
Chandna defines population geography as the study of spatial variations in population distribution, composition, migration, and growth. Unlike demography (which focuses on statistical trends), population geography asks and “how do people interact with their environment?”
A Geography of Population R.C. Chandna is widely considered a foundational textbook for students of human geography, specifically those preparing for competitive exams like the UPSC or pursuing undergraduate/postgraduate degrees in India. Published by Kalyani Publishers
