Which method will you use for the following information?

Temperature distribution in Maharashtra State.

Now we will prepare a map using dot method. Carry out the following activity.

• See the map of Nandurbar given in fig. 1.6 carefully. Draw it on another paper or tracing paper along with its taluka and district boundaries.

• Now see the population table given along the map. On the basis of the statistical data, decide the value of the dots considering the highest and the lowest Make friends with maps !

values of population. For example, 1 dot = 10000 people, so that you can decide how many dots to be given to each sub-administrative unit.

• To draw dots of the uniform size, take a ball pen refill. Close the back end of the refill with cotton. Press this end on a stamp-pad and draw the imprints of the dots wherever required.

• While placing the dots, consider the physiography, water sources, roads, rails, taluka and district headquarters as shown Figure 1.6 : District Nandurbar in the map in fig 1.6

• Compare your dot map with other students and arrange a discussion in the class.

Answer in brief.

Differentiate between choropleth and isopleths methods.

Give reasons why following sentences are right or wrong:

Distribution of various geographical elements can be shown using dot method.

Give reasons why following sentences are right or wrong:

In dot method, every dot should have an appropriate scale.

Give reasons why following sentences are right or wrong:

Choropleth maps are used to show altitudes.

Answer in brief.

Explain the use and types of distributional maps.

Give reasons why following sentences are right or wrong:

In choropleth maps, only one value is assigned to the sub-administrative unit.

Study the population distribution map of Kolhapur district and answer the following questions:

Which Taluka has the least population?

Give reasons why following sentences are right or wrong:

Isopleth maps are used to show population distribution.

Which method will you use for the following information?

Distribution of the altitude of the land in the district.