The population of East Java stood at 31,708,003 at the end of May
1992. From this figure, the inhabitants of Madura accounted for 1,509,431
females and 1,367,763 males. Spread among the four Regencies the population
figures are as follows:
| SUMENEP
: |
914, 053 |
| BANGKALAN
: |
717, 600 |
| PAMEKASAN
: |
624, 592 |
| SAMPANG
: |
620, 949 |
Until the end of the 1970's one could say that the Madurese led a
hard, uncertain existence whether their livelihood was sought through
farming, fishing or business In the last few years, however, technological
progress has brought about increased living standards, improved roads,
waterworks, electricity, land and sea travel, as well as communication
in general. The result is an economy that stands at a higher level
than it did 20 years ago.
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