Overview

This chapter provides population and demographic statistical information background presented in the booklet. It contains information on how men and women in Puntland are distribut- ed in various age groups, regions, and types of residence. The chapter also contains information about sex ratio and pyramid Population distribution as well as information about govern- ment-issued ID ownership by sex. Population and demographic variables are a fundamental part of the statistical analysis of gender outcomes. The distribution of these variables is influenced by biological, socio-economic and cultural factors. Data from Integrated Household Budget Surveys in 2022 shows that the Puntland population sex ratio was 47.6% male and 52.4% female (SIHBS 2022 report).