[Statistics for 2003: Sharjah Public Library]

Abstract

This item presents the 2003 statistics of Sharjah Public Library through a set of tables and charts documenting patterns of library use and user attendance. The data include monthly indicators of visitors by opening hours, occupational groups, age groups, nationality, and gender, in addition to statistics related to the Internet hall, internal circulation, and reading across different subject areas. The item provides a quantitative view of public library services and offers an initial picture of the level of demand for the library’s facilities and resources during the year. Its significance lies in supporting library planning, service assessment, working-hour management, collection organization, and improved responsiveness to user needs. The attached pages do not represent the complete annual statistics file for all institutions listed on the cover page; rather, they document only the section relating to Sharjah Public Library.