Question

What are settlements? explain different types of settlement.​

Answer 1

Settlement Types

There are generally three types of settlements: compact, semi-compact, and dispersed. Each is based on its population density. Compact settlements have the highest density of population. They have homes stacked together, often touching at the sides or stacked in multi-family buildings.

Explanation:

There are 5 types of settlement classified according to their pattern, these are, isolated, dispersed, nucleated, and linear. ... In a nucleated or compact settlement, the buildings are clustered, linked by roads, and the settlement itself may have a nearly circular or irregular shape

Answer 2

The cluster of villages or towns where people live is called settlements.

Types of settlements are:

Permanent Settlements
Temporary Settlements

On the basis of pattern,shape,size the settlements are classified into:

Compact or nucleated settlements
Scattered or dispersed settlements
Linear Settlements