Family planning is a health measure which is regarded as effective in the developing world. Looking at so many works available, there is a lack of empirical work showing the utilization of family planning on household composition/family size. As a result of that, this study was conducted with the aim/objective of investigating the effect of family planning use on the household composition in Awka south. A quantitative means of data collection was employed among a sample of 100 participants. A random sampling technique was used to select the respondents. A pre-tested interviewer administered structured questionnaire and an interview guide was used to collect data on the effect of family planning use on composition. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Findings from the research shows that using the opinion of the respondents, there is a high level of neglect towards family planning as a result of low level of formal education in Awka South. This research recommends that there is need for increase in the level of education among married couples so as to avoid the ignorance of family planning method among them. It is also recommended that there should be an increase in the income rate of households to encourage family planning.

children

household

family size

marriage

development

family planning

composition