Chapter 99 · Part 1

Human Settlements

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8 min

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Intermediate

Learning objectives

1Explain 1 Understanding Human Settlements
2Explain definition and Significance
3Explain settlement Hierarchy
4Explain 2 Rural Settlements
5Explain characteristics and Functions
6Explain patterns of Rural Settlement

Your learning path

Introduction

21.1 Understanding Human Settlements

Definition and Significance

Settlement Hierarchy

21.2 Rural Settlements

Characteristics and Functions

Patterns of Rural Settlement

Factors Determining Rural Settlement Type

21.3 Urban Settlements

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Summary

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Key terms

SizeUjjainDensityTerrainClimateMaduraiFunctionAltitudeVaranasiCharacterMega-CitiesLarge CitiesSocial IssuesHousing CrisisTier 2-3 CitiesLand Use Zoning

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