- Sub-urbanization happens when people from areas that are over-urbanized in a city start moving towards the outskirts or fringe areas around the cities. These areas outside the city begin to grow and develop as urban areas over time.
- Sub-urbanization means the urbanization of rural areas around the cities characterized by the following features:
- A sharp increase in the ‘urban (non-agricultural) uses’ of land,
- Inclusion of surrounding areas of towns within its municipal limits, and
- Intensive communication of all types between town and its surrounding areas.
There are several factors which leads to the process of Sub-urbanisation such as:
- High cost of living in over-urbanized area.
- Development of transport facilities around the horizons of over urbanized area,
- New Work culture that does not necessitate physical presence on every day.
- inclusion of surrounding areas of towns within its municipal limits.
Delhi is a typical example; wherein all the above-mentioned factors have led to the development of a sub-urbanized area. E.g. Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Meerut, etc.
FAQs
Q: What is sub-urbanization?
Sub-urbanization refers to the process of population movement from urban areas to suburban regions surrounding cities. It involves the outward expansion of urban areas, leading to the growth of suburban communities.
Q: What are the driving factors behind sub-urbanization?
Several factors drive sub-urbanization, including better housing affordability in suburban areas compared to urban centers, the desire for larger homes and yards, improved transportation infrastructure connecting suburbs to urban centers, perceived better quality of life, lower crime rates, and access to amenities such as parks and schools.
Q: What are the impacts of sub-urbanization on urban areas?
Sub-urbanization can have various impacts on urban areas, including reduced population density, increased traffic congestion as commuters travel from suburbs to cities for work, strain on urban infrastructure, such as roads and public transportation systems, loss of tax revenue for urban governments, and changes in the socioeconomic composition of urban populations.
Q: How does sub-urbanization affect the environment?
Sub-urbanization often leads to habitat loss, increased pollution from increased vehicle usage for commuting, and the conversion of green spaces into developed areas. It can also contribute to urban sprawl, which has negative implications for biodiversity, air and water quality, and overall ecosystem health.
Q: What are some challenges associated with sub-urbanization?
Challenges related to sub-urbanization include urban sprawl, which can lead to inefficient land use and increased infrastructure costs. Additionally, it may exacerbate social segregation, as affluent residents move to suburban areas, leaving behind lower-income populations in urban cores. Sub-urbanization can also strain resources such as water and energy and create social isolation due to the dispersed nature of suburban communities.
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