Chayana B. Darzhaa
Publications by the Author
4 publications
AGE-SEX STRUCTURE OF THE POPULATION OF TUVA (BASED ON CENSUS DATA)
The article is devoted to the analysis of the dynamics of the age-sex structure of the population of Tuva based on data from the All-Union population censuses (1959, 1970, 1979, 1989) and the All-Russian population censuses (2002, 2010, 2020). The analysis focuses on the population age structure by major age groups, the sex ratio, and the structure of the demographic dependency ratio. Statistical analysis methods were employed to identify both nationwide trends and demographic characteristics specific to the Republic of Tuva. The findings show that throughout the study period Tuva maintained a progressive age-sex population structure, while also experiencing substantial demographic changes, including a declining share of younger age groups, an increasing proportion of older people, and growing gender imbalance. A distinctive feature of the region is that gender imbalance becomes more pronounced at younger ages than the national average for Russia. Contemporary Tuva continues to retain a relatively favorable age-sex structure.
MIGRATION INTENTIONS OF YOUTH (STUDENTS OF SECONDARY VOCATIONAL EDUCATION ORGANIZATIONS OF THE REPUBLIC OF TUVA)
The article is dedicated to the analysis of migration attitudes among the youth of the Republic of Tuva who are receiving secondary vocational education (SVE). Based on the data from sociological surveys of final-year students from SVE institutions, conducted in 2023 and 2025, their educational and professional plans are examined. The dynamics of the youth’s life strategies, their motivation for pursuing higher education, their perception of the regional labor market, and their migration intentions are analyzed. The study reveals that for a significant portion of graduates, the SVE system functions as a transitional stage for entering universities outside of Tuva, rather than as an institution for training personnel for the local economy. The key motives for leaving are pragmatic assessments of low career and salary prospects in the regional labor market. A growing trend of uncertainty regarding returning to the republic after completing their studies has been identified, which indicates high risks of an irreversible youth migration. The research findings point to a systemic gap between the region’s socio-economic development goals and the actual life plans of the youth, which requires adjustments to the regional personnel and youth policies.
MIGRATION INTENTIONS OF THE POPULATION OF THE REPUBLIC OF TUVA: DIRECTIONS, REASONS AND MOTIVES
The article presents an analysis of migration attitudes of the population of the Republic of Tuva. The authors have used official statistical data and the results of a sociological survey conducted by the Tuvan Institute for Humanitarian and Applied Socio-Economic Research under the Government of the Republic of Tuva (hereinafter - TIGPI) in April 2023 as informational and empirical base of the article. Migration intentions, directions, motives and causes of migration of the population have become the subject of analysis. The survey showed that almost every fifth respondent plans to migrate or thought about migration. Job search, including the search for a well-paid job, affordable medical services and quality education for children are the main reasons for the migration of the population in Tuva.
THE CHANGES IN THE FINANCIAL BEHAVIOR OF THE POPULATION OF THE REPUBLIC OF TUVA
In March 2020 World Health Organization has announced the beginning of the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic. The infection has also spread in the Republic of Tuva. This article is devoted to the analysis of consumer and financial behavior of the population of the Republic of Tuva in 2020. Quarantine restrictions and state support measures had a significant impact on financial behavior of citizens and the social and economic situation in the region. Nominal and real incomes of the people of Tuva have grown, mainly due to the growth of state social, as well as dependency on state aid. As a result of quarantine restrictions, business income decreased. Despite the increase in income, the population was not inclined to spend finances. The drop in consumer demand was significant in catering, hotel and tourism, cultural and recreational business.