Explanation: Factors Influencing the Distribution of Population:

Geographical Factors:

• Availability of water: Water is the most important factor for life. So, people prefer to live in areas where fresh water is easily available.
• Landforms: People prefer living on flat plains and gentle slopes. This is because such areas are favorable for the production of crops and to build roads and industries.
• Climate: An extreme climate such as very hot or cold deserts is uncomfortable for human habitation. Areas with a comfortable climate, where there is not much seasonal variation attract more people.
• Soils: Fertile soils are important for agricultural and allied activities. Therefore, areas which have fertile loamy soils have more people living on them as these can support intensive agriculture.

Source: NCERT