Asia is the most populous continent, home to over 4.7 billion people, which accounts for nearly 60% of the world’s population. It includes the two most populous countries: China (~1.4+ billion) India (~1.4+ billion) Other highly populated countries in Asia include Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Japan. Asia's massive population is due to its large land area, fertile river valleys, and ancient civilizations that supported sustained population growth over thousands of years.
Which is the most populous continent?
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