Research on the Spatial Distribution Pattern of Disabled Population in Yunnan Province

Hengyu Liu

GBP Proceedings Series, 2025, vol. 13, 172-179

Abstract: Although population geography has evolved into a mature sub-discipline and achieved remarkable progress across various research domains, studies focusing on the population with disabilities remain relatively limited. This paper examines the spatial distribution characteristics of the disabled population based on the definition outlined in the Law of the People's Republic of China on the Protection of Persons with Disabilities, which identifies disability as the loss or abnormality of certain psychological, physiological, or structural functions of the human body. The results reveal a distinct spatial pattern in Yunnan Province, where the disabled population is more concentrated in the eastern regions-particularly the northeast-while significantly fewer individuals with disabilities reside in the northwest. Furthermore, the analysis indicates a strong positive correlation between the total population size and the number of people with disabilities, suggesting that population density is a key factor influencing the distribution of disability. This study provides a scientific foundation for formulating more precise and equitable support policies for people with disabilities and highlights the necessity of strengthening the collection and analysis of fundamental data to promote their social inclusion and sustainable development.

Keywords: disabled population; spatial distribution; spatial analysis; population geography; Yunnan province; social inclusion (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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