Venezuelan culture has been a melting pot of diverse ethnic groups primarily influenced by American Indians, Africans and Spanish. Only towards the end of 20 th century, the indigenous demographics of Venezuela witnessed a change with a flush new wave of immigration from other countries like Italy, Portugal, Germany and from the neighboring countries of South America. However, Spanish influence is more evident coupled with invariable tinges of Latin American culture well reflected in its cuisine, festivals and traditions.
Population---
Statistics indicate that Venezuela is the sixth most populous country in the South American continent. More than 85% of the population lives in the urban area primarily in the northern part due to its rich fertile land. Other areas include the southern part of Orinoco River which in fact steadily contributes to the higher growth of population. While 96% of the population believes in the Roman Catholic faith the rest comprises of Islam, Protestants and Judaism. Thus, with the passage of time demographics of Venezuela has undergone significant changes in order to necessitate a rapid phase of development.
The recent statistics of the demography of Venezuela indicates---
Total population ---24.2million
Growth rate --- 1.56%
G.D.P growth per capita income --- 3%
Total Fertility Rate ---
Rate of percentage
0-14 years of age: 29.9% (male: 3,909,876/female: 3,667,958)
15-64 years of age: 65% (male: 8,209,599/female: 8,209,599)
65 years of age and up: 5.1%(male: 590,236/female: 710,357)
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