Global Human Settlement Layer: Global maps of built-up areas and population over 50 years. Subnational Human Development Index: Human development, health and education for regions within countries.
| Global Human Settlement Layer | Subnational Human Development Index | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | City & Urban Maps | Population & Society Maps |
| Coverage | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Updates | Periodically | Yearly |
| Data source | Satellite imagery and census data | Household surveys and official statistics |
| Made by | European Commission Joint Research Centre | Global Data Lab (Radboud University) |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Best on a computer | Best on a computer |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with Global Human Settlement Layer
- Built-up area through time
- Population grids
- Degree of urbanisation
- Free data downloads
What you can do with Subnational Human Development Index
- HDI for regions within countries
- Health, education and income components
- Trends over time
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