Demographic Makeup of Respondents Revealed: Majority Identify as Farmers

Overview

A recent survey conducted by the BTI has shed light on the demographic makeup of respondents, providing valuable insights into their characteristics. The data reveals that a significant majority identify as farmers, while other demographics such as marital status, education level, and occupation are also highlighted.

Demographics

Occupation

• Farmers/Housewives: 41.7%
• Businessmen: 17.7%
• Students: 8.8%
• Civil Servants: 11.0%
• Private Employees: 10.6%
• Others: 8.0%

Marital Status

• Married: 31%
• Never Married: 27.6%
• Divorced: 19.5%
• Living Together: 10.6%
• Widowed: 5.8%

Education Level

• No Formal Education: 41.7%
• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 17.7%

Age Range

• 21-60: 70.9%
  • 31-40: 20.9%
  • Above 61: 4.6%

Methodology

The survey was conducted using a multi-layered structure of supervision, with mobile tablets equipped with open-source software Open Data Kit (ODK) technology. The dataset was cleaned, coded, and analyzed employing basic statistical analysis techniques such as frequency and percentage analysis and cross-tabulation.

Implications

These findings provide valuable insights into the demographic makeup of respondents and may inform policy decisions aimed at addressing corruption in the country.