The Impact of Socio-Economic and demographic Dimensions On increasing poverty In Jordan: Madaba Governorate

The current study aimed at determining the Impact of Socio-Economic and Demographic Dimensions on increasing poverty in Jordan Madaba Governorate. Five hypotheses were set to be tested and to reach tangible results. The analytical descriptive method was used and the study depended on the field work to collect data through a specific questionnaire. The sample was drawn with 300 families using a stratified clustered sample of the two phases. Villages in this province were identified and the village itself was considered as the largest village in the administrative unit, taking into consideration that its population does not exceed 5000 people. The study found out that there are negative effects of these dimensions. The economic dimension was the most affected dimension with the growing problem of rural poverty. The study recommended to increase capital support submitted to the poor, to raise such support and to contribute in creating work opportunities for the rural population, suitable with their background.