Categories in Biskra
Auto Machine ShopAuto Parts MarketAuto Parts StoreBody repairCar Accessories StoreCar rentalCar repairCar Repair and MaintenanceCar WashGas StationMechanicMotorcycle DealerMotorcycle repairNew car dealersTire ShopTruck StopBeauty Product SupplierChemical PlantCommercial PrinterDressmakerFarmingFood ManufacturerIndustrial & Construction ManufacturingMedical Equipment SupplierWelderWholesalersBaby Clothing StoreChildren and baby clothingClothing storesDress StoreDry CleanerFabric StoreFashion Accessories StoreJewelers and watchesMen's clothingNotions StoreSewing ShopShoe storesUnderwear StoreWomen's clothingMobile phone storesTelecommunications Service ProviderTelephone CompanyCity CourthouseCity Government OfficeCity or Town HallCommunity CenterCounty Government OfficeFederal Government OfficeGovernment Office
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Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Biskra
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments |
|---|---|
| Shopping | 286 |
| Education | 255 |
| Health and medical | 143 |
| Clothing stores | 137 |
| Restaurants | 136 |
| Cafes | 121 |
| Public administration | 120 |
| Electronics stores | 118 |
| Apartments | 114 |
| Pharmacies and drug stores | 102 |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 83 |
Biskra Facts
| Area | 130.7 km² |
| Population | 262,094 |
| Male Population | 131,328 (50.1%) |
| Female Population | 130,766 (49.9%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +223.9% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +32.2% |
| Median Age | 24.1 years (Male: 23.9, Female: 24.4) |
| Area Codes | 33 |
| Neighborhoods | Hai Star El Melouk, Centre Ville, Hai Dhalaa, Hai El Messala, El Alia Est |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Central European Standard Time |
| Lat & Lng | 34.85038, 5.72805 |
| Postal Codes | 07000, 07016 |
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Biskra Population
Years 1975 to 2020
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 80,915 | 159,063 | 198,304 | 245,301 | 262,094 |
| Population Density | 619.1 / km² | 1,217.1 / km² | 1,517.4 / km² | 1,877 / km² | 2,005.5 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Biskra Population change from 2000 to 2015
Increase of 23.7% from year 2000 to 2015
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biskra | +203.2% | +54.2% | +23.7% |
| Biskra Province | +269.2% | +81.5% | +39.6% |
| Algeria | +137.8% | +53.3% | +27.3% |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Biskra Median Age
Median Age: 24.1 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biskra | 24.1 yrs | 24.4 yrs | 23.9 yrs |
| Biskra Province | 22.5 yrs | 22.8 yrs | 22.3 yrs |
| Algeria | 25.1 yrs | 25.3 yrs | 24.9 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Biskra Population Density
Population Density: 2,006 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biskra | 262,094 | 130.7 km² | 2,006 / km² |
| Biskra Province | 871,618 | 20,805.4 km² | 41.9 / km² |
| Algeria | 39.5 million | 2,312,254.9 km² | 17.1 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Biskra Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1830 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Neighborhoods in Biskra
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Biskra
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Biskra
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Biskra CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biskra | 467,887 tn | 1.79 tn | 3,580.2 tons/km² |
| Biskra Province | 1,612,976 tn | 1.85 tn | 77.5 tons/km² |
| Algeria | 69,721,458 tn | 1.77 tn | 30.2 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Biskra CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 467,887 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 1.79 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 3,580.2 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Earthquake | Medium (3.4) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/15/17 | 2:50 PM | 4.7 | 89 km | 10,000 m | 10km WNW of Merouana, Algeria | usgs.gov |
| 5/30/17 | 6:48 PM | 4.3 | 47.8 km | 10,400 m | 28km WNW of Zeribet el Oued, Algeria | usgs.gov |
| 11/18/16 | 12:08 PM | 4.9 | 53.5 km | 10,240 m | 20km WNW of Zeribet el Oued, Algeria | usgs.gov |
| 11/18/16 | 7:42 AM | 5.2 | 47.8 km | 26,410 m | 26km WNW of Zeribet el Oued, Algeria | usgs.gov |
| 3/24/15 | 5:04 PM | 4.2 | 91.9 km | 21,060 m | 3km E of Ras el Aioun, Algeria | usgs.gov |
| 3/21/15 | 10:55 PM | 4.8 | 91.8 km | 10,000 m | 3km E of Ras el Aioun, Algeria | usgs.gov |
| 3/18/15 | 11:31 PM | 4.2 | 83.6 km | 10,000 m | 8km SSE of Ras el Aioun, Algeria | usgs.gov |
| 3/17/15 | 9:14 PM | 4.4 | 97.2 km | 10,000 m | 5km N of Ras el Aioun, Algeria | usgs.gov |
| 3/15/15 | 11:22 AM | 4.6 | 95.9 km | 10,000 m | 7km NE of Ras el Aioun, Algeria | usgs.gov |
| 4/30/13 | 5:53 PM | 4 | 58.9 km | 10,400 m | 23km W of Ain Touta, Algeria | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Biskra
Biskra (Arabic: بسكرة ; Berber: Tibeskert) is the capital city of Biskra Province, Algeria. In 2007, its population was recorded as 307,987.
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