Comprehension
Study the following table carefully and answer the questions that follow.
YearNumber of Towns/UAsUrban Population (in Thousands)% of Total PopulationDecennial Growth (%)
19312,072 33,456.011.9919.12
19412,25044,153.313.8631.97
19512,84362,443.717.2941.42
19612,36578,936.617.9726.41
19712,5901,09,11419.9138.23
19813,3781,59,46323.3446.14
19914,6892,17,61125.7136.47
20015,1612,85,35527.7831.13
Question: 1

With reference to 1951, how much change has taken place in the percentage of total population in 1991?

Show Hint

Urban population percentage increased by over 8% between 1951 and 1991, showing growing urbanisation.
Updated On: Jul 2, 2025
Hide Solution
collegedunia
Verified By Collegedunia

Solution and Explanation

In 1951, the urban population was 17.29% of the total population. In 1991, it increased to 25.71%. Change = 25.71% - 17.29% = 8.42% increase in urban population percentage from 1951 to 1991.
Was this answer helpful?
0
0
Question: 2

Describe the trend of urban population in the given table.

Show Hint

Urban population is steadily rising, reflecting increased migration and growth of cities.
Updated On: Jul 2, 2025
Hide Solution
collegedunia
Verified By Collegedunia

Solution and Explanation

The urban population in India has shown a steady increase from 33,456 thousand in 1931 to 2,85,355 thousand in 2001. The percentage of the urban population also rose from 11.99% in 1931 to 27.78% in 2001, indicating rapid urbanisation over the decades. Despite some fluctuations, the overall trend shows significant growth in the number and size of urban areas.
Was this answer helpful?
0
0
Question: 3

Explain the reason for the increasing trend of number of towns/UAs from 1961 to 2001.

Show Hint

More towns/UAs emerge due to industrial growth, migration, and development of infrastructure.
Updated On: Jul 2, 2025
Hide Solution
collegedunia
Verified By Collegedunia

Solution and Explanation

The increase in the number of towns and Urban Agglomerations (UAs) from 1961 to 2001 can be attributed to:
Industrialisation: Growth of industries attracted people to urban areas.
Migration: Large-scale rural to urban migration for better employment opportunities.
Expansion of Existing Towns: Many villages grew and were reclassified as towns.
Better Infrastructure and Services: Improvement in urban amenities attracted more settlements.
Was this answer helpful?
0
0

Top Questions on Urbanisation

View All

Questions Asked in CBSE CLASS XII exam

View More Questions