Question

What is meant by a ‘settlement pattern’?

What is settlement pattern?

Answer 1

A settlement pattern is the way in which houses and other buildings are arranged in a village or town. It shows how people live together in a particular area and how roads, houses, and open spaces are organised. Settlement patterns are influenced by natural features like rivers, hills, and climate, as well as human factors like culture, economy, and planning. Common patterns include clustered, linear, circular, and dispersed settlements.