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Population Analysis of Spatial Distribution of Health Care Facilities in Akko Local Government Area, Gombe State, Nigeria
by Umar Yusuf Abdullahi, Adam Modu Abbas, Abubakar Abdullahi and Ayuba Philip

Abstract:
The knowledge about location, concentration and distribution of resources using geospatial techniques has become an important and interesting area of study today; this is because of the increasing population growth and demand of resources among people especially in the rural areas. Hence, this research provides a spatial analysis of healthcare facilities in relation to population in Akko Local Government Area. The study investigates types, location and concentration of health care facilities in relation to population in Akko Local Government Area. Secondary source of data was used and Survey of all health care facilities was conducted. GPS and Google Earth Maps were used to get data in the field. Percentages, location quotient formula, and GIS were used to analyze data obtained from the field. Results inferred that, Pindiga Emirate Council is more favoured in allocation and distribution of health care facilities than Akko Emirate Council which is deficient in allocation and distribution of health care facilities while Gona Emirate council is lacking in secondary health care facilities and services in Akko L.G.A. Hence, this study recommends the provision of more primary health care facilities in Akko Emirate Council and secondary health care facility in Gona Emirate council, Political influences on allocation of resources should be minimized, Population experts should be considered in allocation of resources.

Keywords: Location, Concentration, Distribution, Population And Geospatial Techniques

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