Urban populations refer to the people living in cities or densely populated areas. During industrialization, many people moved from rural areas to urban centers seeking employment opportunities.
Related terms
Urbanization: Urbanization is the process by which an increasing proportion of a country's population lives in cities or urban areas.
Migration: Migration refers to the movement of individuals or groups from one place to another, often due to economic factors such as job opportunities.
Slums: Slums are overcrowded and poor living conditions found in urban areas, typically inhabited by low-income communities who migrated seeking better economic prospects.