CSP data: Highest proportion of children in Pierīga, lowest in Latgale
According to the Central Statistical Bureau, at the beginning of this year the highest share of children was found in municipalities near Riga, while the lowest was in Latgale.
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Data from the Central Statistical Bureau (CSP) for the beginning of this year show that the highest proportion of children in the population was recorded in the municipalities surrounding Riga, while the lowest was observed in Latgale. These figures provide an insight into the distribution of the child population across Latvia's regions.
The information published by the CSP points to differences between Pierīga and Latgale. The area near Riga has the highest share of children, whereas Latgale has the lowest. This situation reflects regional demographic trends in the country.
The data, collected at the start of the year, serve as an important indicator for understanding the distribution of the number of children and planning resources for various needs. The exact reasons for these differences are not mentioned in the CSP statement, but the statistics provide an objective picture of the current situation.

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