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10 Most Populated Country in the World 2022

The most up-to-date list of the top 10 most populated country in the world in 2022, population and world share percentage.

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Most Populated Countries in the World 2022

What is the list of the most populated country in the world? – A country’s population is naturally controlled by some factors such as death rate, birth rate, immigration, deportation and so on. However, just as there are varied sizes of geographical areas in the world, there are also varying populations of the country of the world.

In the table below are the top 10 most populated country in the world:

Top 10 Most Populated Country in The World 2022

Rank Country Population World Share
1. China 1,412,600,000 17.8%
2. India 1,375,053,950 17.3%
3. United States 332,608,997 4.19%
4. Indonesia 272,248,500 3.43%
5. Pakistan 225,199,937 2.84%
6. Brazil 214,480,698 2.70%
7. Nigeria 211,400,708 2.66%
8. Bangladesh 172,512,656 2.17%
9. Russia 145,478,097 1.83%
10. Mexico 127,996,051 1.61%

The figures used in this table are the latest estimates or projections supplied by the national census authority and Population Division of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs.

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CHINA

Of all Asian countries, China is the largest and also has the most population in the world. Approximately, China covers one-fourteenth of the land area of the earth.

China has 33 administrative units directly under the central government. These consist of 22 Province, 5 Autonomous regions, 4 Municipalities, and 2 special administrative regions. The administrative regions are Hong Kong and Macau.

You should also know that China is also known for having one of the fastest-growing economies and technology in the world. With a total number of 17.8% of the world share.

INDIA

India is a country in South Asia. It is the second most populated country in the world and the 7th largest country by area. India however is also known for their enormous religious beliefs and also, their beautiful culture.

UNITED STATES

The United States of America is the third country with the largest population in the world. Unlike China which has largely indigenous people, the United States contains a large number of diverse residents who are mainly global immigrants. This has resulted in them having a wide range of ethnic, racial and cultural variances. No other country might have gotten to beat this record.

According to Gross Domestic Product (GDP), the United States is the world’s greatest economic power. This is partly because of its natural resources and its tremendous agricultural output. But all this was due to the fact that the country never relented industrially. They continually raise highly developed industries.

READ: Top 10 Richest States In USA 2022.

INDONESIA

10 Most Populated Countries in the World 2022

Indonesia is the fourth most populated country in the world. They are also currently the world’s 10th largest economy in terms of purchasing power parity. Indonesia has made huge progress in reducing poverty in the country over the years. And they are currently emerging as a middle-income country.

PAKISTAN

10 Most Populated Countries in the World 2022

Pakistan is the fifth most populated country in the world. It is a multiethnic country in South Asia. Pakistan has been culturally and historically associated with Iran, Afghanistan, and India. They have predominantly Indo-Iranian speaking residents.

BRAZIL

10 Most Populated Countries in the World 2022

Brazil is the largest country in South and Latin America. It spans 8.5 million square kilometres, and with over 212 million people living in it. And it is ranked the world’s sixth most populated country, and also the fifth-largest country by area.

NIGERIA

10 Most Populated Countries in the World 2022

Nigeria is the most populated country in West Africa. And the seventh most populated in the world. Geographically situated between the Sahel to the north and the Gulf of Guinea to the South in the Atlantic Ocean. This country has diverse features which are its people; it has hundreds of diverse languages and ethnic groups. Nigeria is of no doubt blessed with various beautiful cultures and languages.

READ: Top 10 Most Beautiful Places in Nigeria 2022

BANGLADESH

10 Most Populated Countries in the World 2022

This country is one of the most densely populated country in the world with a population of over 164 million. And its residents are predominantly Muslim; that is about 90% of them.

Bangladesh also has one of the world’s emerging and fastest-growing economies. Similar to Indonesia, they have also succeeded in cutting extreme poverty and achieving lower-middle income.

RUSSIA

10 Most Populated Countries in the World 2022

Russia is a transcontinental country that duets Eastern Europe and Northern Asia. It is however the largest country in the world by area as it covers 17,125,191 square kilometres. And also covers up to one-eighth of the Earth’s inhabitable landmass. Therefore, Russia is considered the most populated in Europe.

Furthermore, Russia runs across eleven time zones and also borders sixteen sovereign nations. And is the ninth most populated country in the world.

MEXICO

10 Most Populated Countries in the World 2022

This country is a Southern portion of North America. It is the 13th largest country in the world and also the 10th most populated in the world. Mexico is however organized as a federation comprising 31 States. And its inhabitants are predominantly Spanish speakers.

A summary of the list of the most populated countries in the world:

  • China
  • India
  • United States
  • Indonesia
  • Pakistan
  • Brazil
  • Nigeria
  • Bangladesh
  • Russia
  • Mexico
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