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The article examines issues related to the analysis of the geographical distribution of rural settlements “without population” based on the results of the All-Russian Population Censuses of 2002, 2010, and 2020. The purpose of this study is to analyze the dynamics of the number of such settlements in the territory of the Republic of Bashkortostan and to identify their geodemographic characteristics.

In the article we have analyzed resettlement of the rural population, the changes that had occurred in population size in the settlements in question, peculiarity of migration, and the demographic diversity within different regions. Based on the analysis the conclusion can be drown that the system of the rural settlements is a subject of great change. According to the upcoming change the population will be concentrated in big settlements and along the thoroughfares. Rural conglomeration will face a considerable development.