The survey was done through a link placed on social media, so it wasn't random selection (i.e. probability sample). But I need to show that it can be viewed as representative to a certain degree, as stratified and clusters approach have been used.
To analyze the representativeness of your survey data despite it being conducted through a non-random selection method (via a link on social media), you've utilized a combination of stratified and cluster sampling approaches. Here are some points to consider based on the provided data:
Demographic Representation:
The demographic data you've collected includes information on gender, age distribution, living areas (urban, suburban, rural), and geographical distribution.
This breakdown helps in understanding the diversity within your sample, which is crucial for representativeness. ( I would recommend further drip down the questions to collect more in-depth data like College, Main Stream, Professional Experience and etc.,)
Stratification:
Stratification involves dividing the population into subgroups (or strata) that share similar characteristics. From your data, you've stratified based on various factors such as age groups, living areas, and geographical distribution.
This approach allows you to ensure that each subgroup is adequately represented in your sample.
Despite the limitations, your sample can still provide valuable insights, especially if you've made efforts to ensure diversity within the sample across different demographic factors.