- Urbanisation in India is measured by the percentage of the urban population to the total population.
- India's urbanisation level was 31.16% in 2011, which is low compared to developed countries.
- Urban growth is driven by expanding cities and the development of new towns.
- Southern states like Goa, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Kerala are more urbanised than northern states.
- India has a long history of urbanisation, with ancient cities like Harappa, Varanasi, and Indraprastha.
Definitions [1]
How would you define a settlement?
A human settlement is defined as a place inhabited more or less permanently. It may include temporary camps of hunters or herders and also the permanent settlements called villages, towns, cities, large agglomeration.
Key Points
Key Points: Urbanisation in India
