The recently published report of the 2022 national census presents some remarkable trends in birth rates and marriage statistics. The data reveals that there has been a significant increase in the male-to-female ratio at birth, with 52.8% of newborns being male and 47.3% female within a year. Out of a total of 412,935 births, 218,074 were male, and 194,861 were female.
Over a decade-long survey period, 6,145,039 married women aged 15-49 gave birth to 12,799,969 children. Surprisingly, 12% of married women did not have any children, while 33% had two children. Additionally, a few women (0.1%) gave birth to nine or more kids.
Regarding marriage statistics, the data shows that the average age for first marriage is 19 years, with 34.4% of people marrying between 18 and 20 years old and 22.3% marrying between 15 and 17 years old. The child mortality rate is 151 per 100,000 live births. These census findings provide valuable insights into the current state of birth and marriage in our country.
The 2022 national census report sheds light on some intriguing trends in birth rates and marriage statistics. The data indicates a significant increase in the male-to-female ratio at birth, with a higher percentage of boys being born compared to girls. Additionally, the average age for first marriages falls within the 18-20 year age range. It is worth noting that the child mortality rate remains a concern, with 151 deaths per 100,000 live births. These findings offer valuable insights into the current state of birth and marriage in our country and can help inform policies aimed at improving maternal and child health outcomes.