Matrimonial population structure as a part of regional geodemographic development (illustrated by Poltava region)

Abstract

The article gives the definition of the term “family” as a component of geodemographic development and defines its main functions. The definition “marriage” is given. The divorces and marriages dynamic in Poltava region was analyzed per the studied period. The main influence factors were earmarked from the view of human geography. Two maps was built and analyzed based on data on divorces and marriages of Poltava region population in 2014. The problems of this situation were identified and ways for their solving were proposed. Conclusions on actuality of this issue and the future research were justified.