The effect of population and education on poverty in East Java 2013-2017

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to know (1) the effect of population on poverty, (2) the effect of education on poverty, and (3) the effect of population and education on poverty in East Java in 2013-2017. Data collection methods using studies documents sourced from BPS (Badan Pusat Statistik) of East Java Province 2013-2017. Analysis of data using multiple linear regression assisted by SPSS 20 for windows. This study proves that: (1) the population has a positive and significant effect on poverty, (2) education has a negative and significant effect on poverty, ( 3 ) population and education have a positive and significant effect on poverty. Population and education affect poverty by 98% and by 2% influenced by other variables. Government intervention in the form of social assistance funds for the poor has been able to reduce the amount of poverty in Indonesia, making it feasible to continue. As well as providing scholarships to provide education guarantees to the community, it should be accompanied by an increase in educational facilities.