Patterns of Human Settlement

Definition

Patterns of human settlement refer to the ways in which people distribute themselves across a particular area or region. These patterns can be influenced by factors such as social, economic, political, and environmental considerations.

Related terms

Urbanization: The process through which an increasing proportion of a population lives in urban areas rather than rural areas.

Rural-Urban Migration: The movement of people from rural areas to urban areas due to factors such as job opportunities or better living conditions.

Spatial Distribution: Refers to the arrangement or pattern exhibited by individuals or objects across space within a given area.