Natural growth and migration process of the population of Aktobe region

Abstract

The article examines the processes of natural growth and migration of the population of Aktobe region, their  dynamics, main factors and consequences. The analysis is based on data from the National Bureau of  Statistics of Kazakhstan, scientific publications and the results of sociological research. The changes in  fertility and mortality, internal and external migration, their spatial features and socio-economic  consequences are considered. The main focus is on the main causes of migration flows, including economic,  environmental and social factors. Methods of statistical, cartographic and comparative analysis were used.  The results obtained make it possible to identify current demographic trends in the region and propose  measures to regulate migration processes and increase natural population growth. The results may be useful  to government agencies involved in demographic and migration policy, as well as researchers in the field of  population geography and social demography.