[Kalba Public Library Statistics for 2014]

Abstract

This item presents a branch-level statistical report on Kalba Public Library for 2014 through tables and charts documenting several service and usage indicators. The data include visits by children’s centers, schools, institutes, and colleges, as well as reader statistics, users’ distribution by gender and nationality, age groups, occupational categories, and reading hours. The report highlights the importance of library statistics in measuring demand for library services, monitoring user activity, analyzing user profiles, and providing a numerical basis for improving programs, activities, and services. Its monthly tables support comparison across the year and assist planning within the wider system of Sharjah public libraries. The item serves as a concise statistical reference for documenting the performance of Kalba Public Library and patterns of use of its services.