Censo 2022: el 91% de las casas de Mar del Plata tiene agua por red y el 84% accede a internet

The provisional report of the 2022 Census reveals a significant improvement in the quality of life and basic infrastructure of Argentine households, although marked regional inequalities persist. While coverage of essential services such as potable water, sanitation, and electricity has grown considerably nationwide, the provinces of the northwest and northeast still show substantial gaps in access to sewerage and technology. This landscape indicates that, although access to decent housing is advancing as a fundamental human right, the equitable distribution of resources remains a structural challenge requiring priority attention from public policies. Digitalization emerges as another central axis, with a notable increase in the ownership of internet-enabled mobile phones and broadband access, although the digital divide between urban and rural areas or between more developed and emerging regions persists. Metropolitan areas and the southern part of the country lead in connectivity, while jurisdictions such as Santiago del Estero continue to struggle to close the technological gap. These data underscore that technological development is not merely a matter of convenience, but a key factor for social and economic inclusion, highlighting the need for specific strategies to ensure universal access to information and communication technologies (ICTs). This article is fundamental for the open data community because it demonstrates the value of disaggregated and georeferenced census data for informed decision-making. The publication by INDEC, along with the launch of its new statistical geoportal in collaboration with ECLAC (Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean), illustrates how transparency in the management of public data enables researchers, citizens, and governments to precisely identify inequalities and measure the impact of social interventions. This availability of structured information facilitates critical analysis and accountability regarding progress toward sustainable development goals.

Source: lacapitalmdp.com
Published on 2023-05-20

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