Settlement

Settlement is a place where people establish a community. The word can refer to a small number of dwellings such as a village, a large number of dwellings such as a city, or the process of establishing such dwellings. Settlements can be permanent or temporary, and can occur in a variety of environments, from the desert to the arctic.

Types of Settlements

There are several types of settlements, including:

• Rural Settlements: These are settlements that are located in non-urban areas. They are typically small and rely on agriculture or other natural resources for their economy.

• Urban Settlements: These are settlements that are located in urban areas. They are typically large and have a diverse economy, including industries such as manufacturing, services, and technology.

• Informal Settlements: These are settlements that are not planned or regulated by the government. They often lack basic services such as water supply and sanitation.

Settlement Process

The process of settlement involves several stages, including:

• Exploration: This is the initial stage where people search for a suitable location to establish a settlement.

• Establishment: This is the stage where people build dwellings and other structures, and start to live in the settlement.

• Development: This is the stage where the settlement grows and evolves, often through the addition of more dwellings, the development of an economy, and the establishment of social and political structures.

• Decline or Abandonment: This is the stage where the settlement may decline in population or be abandoned, often due to factors such as environmental changes, economic changes, or social changes.

See Also

• Urbanization
• Rural depopulation
• Human migration

Settlement Resources
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