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[Characteristics of the Gypsy population].
Statisztikai Szemle : a Magyar Kozponti Statisztikai Hivatal Folyoirata
|November 1, 1996
Summary
This study details the demographics and socio-economic status of Hungary's Roma population, analyzing historical surveys and 1990s census data. Findings cover their regional distribution, employment, and living conditions.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Demography
- Sociology
Background:
- Historical context of Roma (Gypsy) population surveys in Hungary spans over a century.
- Understanding the socio-economic landscape of minority populations is crucial for policy development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an updated analysis of the number and socio-economic characteristics of the Roma population in Hungary.
- To review historical survey methodologies and present findings from recent data.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of the 1990 Hungarian population census data.
- Utilization of data from a special Roma population survey conducted in 1993.
- Examination of demographic, regional, labor market, household budget, and housing data.
Main Results:
- Detailed description of the current demographic profile of the Roma population.
- Analysis of regional distribution and settlement patterns.
- Insights into labor market participation, household economic status, and housing conditions.
Conclusions:
- The study offers a comprehensive socio-economic profile of the Roma in Hungary based on contemporary data.
- Findings highlight key areas for potential social and economic interventions.
Keywords:
Cultural BackgroundDemographic FactorsDeveloped CountriesEastern EuropeEconomic FactorsEthnic GroupsEuropeGeographic FactorsHousingHuman ResourcesHungaryLabor ForcePopulationPopulation CharacteristicsPopulation DynamicsPopulation SizeResidence CharacteristicsSocioeconomic FactorsSpatial DistributionTables And Charts