What is the population of Yushan?
Recently, the discussion about population data in various places has become one of the hot topics. As a county under the jurisdiction of Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province, Yushan County's population data has also attracted much attention. This article will combine the hot content of the entire network in the past 10 days to present the population data and related information of Yushan County in a structured manner.
1. Population overview of Yushan County

Yushan County is located in the northeastern part of Jiangxi Province, at the junction of Jiangxi, Zhejiang and Fujian provinces. It is a county mainly based on agriculture. According to the latest statistical data, the total population of Yushan County shows a stable trend. The following is a comparison of Yushan County’s population data in recent years:
| Year | Total population (10,000 people) | Urban population (10,000 people) | Rural population (10,000 people) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 62.5 | 25.3 | 37.2 |
| 2021 | 62.3 | 26.1 | 36.2 |
| 2022 | 62.1 | 27.0 | 35.1 |
2. Demographic Structure Analysis
From the perspective of population structure, Yushan County shows the following characteristics:
| age group | Proportion (%) | Changing trends |
|---|---|---|
| 0-14 years old | 18.2 | ↓ |
| 15-59 years old | 62.5 | ↓ |
| 60 years and above | 19.3 | ↑ |
Data show that the degree of aging in Yushan County is deepening, which is consistent with the national trend. At the same time, there is an obvious outflow of young and middle-aged people, mainly to the Yangtze River Delta and Pearl River Delta regions.
3. Population Density and Distribution
Yushan County has a total area of 1,728 square kilometers and a population density of approximately 360 people/square kilometers. The population distribution in various towns is uneven:
| Township | Population (10,000 people) | Proportion (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Bingxi Town | 12.5 | 20.1 |
| Linhu Town | 5.8 | 9.3 |
| Beem Town | 4.2 | 6.8 |
| Other towns | 39.6 | 63.8 |
4. Analysis of causes of population changes
1.economic factors: Yushan County is dominated by agriculture and has a relatively weak industrial base, resulting in a high proportion of young and middle-aged people going out to work.
2.Educational and medical resources: High-quality education and medical resources are concentrated in counties, prompting rural populations to migrate to cities and towns.
3.Changes in fertility concepts: In line with the national trend, the fertility rate in Yushan County continues to decline, with the birth rate in 2022 being only 8.2‰.
4.Improved traffic conditions: After the opening of high-speed rail, population mobility has increased, accelerating population outflow.
5. Future Development Forecast
Based on existing trends, it is expected that by 2025:
| indicator | predicted value |
|---|---|
| total population | About 615,000 people |
| urbanization rate | about 45% |
| Aging rate | about 22% |
The main challenges facing the population development of Yushan County include how to retain talents, cope with an aging society, and optimize the spatial distribution of the population. The recently hotly discussed rural revitalization strategy and county economic development policy may provide new solutions to the population problem in Yushan County.
To sum up, the current population of Yushan County is about 621,000, showing a slight decrease in total population, aging structure, and spatial agglomeration. What this data reflects is a common issue in my country’s county economic development, which deserves continued attention and research.
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