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Distinguish between rural and urban settlements

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Answered by sushmita7
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Urban Settlements

1. In human settlements, urban stands for an area that is characterized by high human population and vast human built infrastructures in comparison to the areas surrounding it.
2. City, towns, conurbations are examples of urban and this term is can’t be extended to villages and hamlets.

Rural Settlements

1. Rural has simple definition, an area that is located outside the towns and cities is called rural like villages and hamlets.
2.According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: “Rural is an area that encompassing all population, housing, and territory not included within an urban area. Rural areas have a low population and small settlement as compare to urban areas.
Answered by 31stodc
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Answer:

Difference Between rural and urban settlement

Explanation:

RURAL SETTLEMENT:

1. Majority of the people are involved in activities like agriculture, fishing, mining and forestry.

2. Small population

3. Low population density

4. Usually lack the basic amenities

URBAN SETTLEMENT:

1. Majority of the people are involved in non agriculturalactivities like trade, commerce, administration etc.

2. Large population

3. High population density

4. Have all basic amenities

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