Equity: Jurnal Ekonomi
Vol 12 No 2 (2024): Equity : Jurnal Ekonomi

Characteristics of Extreme Poverty in the Province of Bangka Belitung Islands

Zikri Rahmani (Universitas Bangka Belitung)
Devi Valeriani (Universitas Bangka Belitung)
Ayu Wulandari (Universitas Bangka Belitung)
Muhammad Faisal Akbar (Universitas Bangka Belitung)
Agung Rizki Putra (Universitas Bangka Belitung)
Misbahul Munir (Universitas Bangka Belitung)
Rozi Rozi (Universitas Bangka Belitung)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Nov 2024

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the characteristics of poverty in seven districts and cities in the Bangka Belitung Islands Province. This study uses primary and secondary data from the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) and other relevant sources. The analysis was conducted descriptively to identify factors that influence poverty, such as the age of the poor, marriage, education level, number of dependents, type of employment, income, living conditions, government assistance and health. The results show that poverty in Bangka Belitung is more dominant in rural areas than urban areas. Low education levels and limited access to health services are the main causes of poverty in this area. In addition, the community's dependence on the fluctuating mining sector also affects the economic stability of households. This study also found significant income inequality between low- and highincome groups. Based on these findings, efforts to improve access to education and health, as well as economic sector diversification to reduce unemployment are recommended. More inclusive policies are needed to sustainably address poverty in the region.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

equity

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance Social Sciences

Description

Equity: Jurnal Ekonomi [p-ISSN 1978-3795, e-ISSN 2721-6721] is double-blind peer-reviewed, open access, a scientific journal that contains the results of theoretical research and studies on economic and development issues. The issue is related to: literature review, modeling results in economics, ...