Statistical Methods and Scales in Geography

Paper Code: 
DGEO 502B
Credits: 
2
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course studies the concept of statistics. It lays the foundation of quantitative techniques to the students for spatial analysis. It will enhance the ability to interpret data statistically.

 

 

30.00
Unit I: 
Unit I

Scales:

  • Definition and Types 
  • Conversion of R.F into Statement and Vice-versa.
  • Construction of Plain, Comparative and Diagonal scale.
  • Construction of a physical/ political map of Rajasthan

 

30.00
Unit II: 
Unit II

Statistical Methods: 

 

  • Application of mean, median and mode
  • Quartile deviation
  • Mean deviation
  • Standard deviation

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Singh, R.L. and Singh, R.P.B. (1999). Elements of Practical Geography, Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.
  • Monkhouse, F.J. and Wilkinson, H.R.(1972). Maps and Diagrams, Mothuen and Co. Ltd., London.
  • Mishra, R.P. and Ramesh, A. (1989). Fundamentals of Cartography, Concept Publishing, Delhi.
  •  Singh, G. (2004). Map Work and Practical Geography, Vikas Publication House, Delhi.
  •  Singh, R.L. (1998). Prayogic Bhoogol Rooprekha, Kalyani Publications, New Delhi.
  • Sharma, J.P. (2010). Prayogic Bhugol, Rastogi Publishers, Delhi

 

References: 
  • Gupta,S.C.:Fundamentals of Statistics,2018, Himalaya Publishing House.
  • Zamir,Alvi,: Statistical Geography: Methods and Applications Rawat Publications.

 

 

Academic Year: 
2023-2024