Question

Write the main differences between rural and urban populations.

Distinguish between the rural population and the urban population.

Answer 1

Sr. No.	Rural Population	Urban Population
1.	It refers to people living in villages.	It refers to people living in towns and cities.
2.	The population density in rural areas is low.	The population density in urban areas is generally high.
3.	The people do primary activities like farming, fishing, mining, etc.	People living in these areas are usually engaged in secondary and tertiary activities such as trade, transport, services, etc.
4.	The educational and medical facilities are not very highly developed.	The educational and medical facilities are highly developed.
5.	Poor standards of transport and communication there.	Better standards of transport and communication.
6.	Village communities are usually closely knit with a strong emphasis on culture and traditions.	The socio-cultural ties between people in cities are not as strong as in villages.
7.	Life is simple and peaceful, with clean air and natural surroundings.	Life is fast-paced, often with pollution, traffic, and crowded environments.