Geography

• What was Mumbai's population around 2011?

  Approximately 20 million people
• What are the two main reasons for Mumbai's population growth?

  Natural increase and rural-urban migration
• What is the birth rate in Mumbai?

  20.0 per 1,000
• What is the death rate in Mumbai?

  1. 0 per 1,000
• What percentage of Mumbai's population growth is due to migration from Maharashtra's countryside?

  100% of migration flows
• What is the average age of migrants to Mumbai?

  20-21 years
• What sectors are experiencing investment growth in Mumbai?

  Info-tech, banking, manufacturing, and tourism
• What are the impacts of population growth in Mumbai?

  • Creation of new sub-districts
  • Spread of informal settlements
  • Increased land prices
  • Pressure on infrastructure
• What are some urban improvements in Mumbai due to growth?

  Better healthcare, education, and sanitation
• What is a challenge related to income tax in Mumbai?

  Not enough income tax for infrastructure
• What is the largest informal settlement in Mumbai?

  Dharavi
• How does the government in Mumbai affect quality of life?

  It is inefficient and bureaucratic
• What are the advantages of the "Vision Mumbai" plan?

  • Replacement of informal settlements
  • Improved water and sanitation
  • Enhanced rail system
• What are the disadvantages of the "Vision Mumbai" plan?

  • Increased apartment costs
  • Displacement of communities
  • Worsening water quality
• How many people have been treated by the health charity in Dharavi?

  28,000 people
• What is a limitation of the health charity's work in Dharavi?

  It can't reach everyone
• What is a major issue with Mumbai's air quality?

  Air pollution and traffic congestion
• How many people travel by rail in Mumbai each day?

  About 6 million people
• What is the relationship between population growth and informal settlements in Mumbai?

  Rapid growth leads to more informal settlements
• What is the impact of Mumbai's financial infrastructure growth?

  It creates more jobs
• What is the fertility rate in Mumbai?

  High fertility rate
• What is the significance of the 1981 sustainability definition in Mumbai?

  It highlights the need for new services
• How does the informal economy affect Mumbai's infrastructure?

  It struggles to provide necessary infrastructure
• What is the role of community facilities in Mumbai's urban growth?

  They enhance living conditions for residents
• What is the effect of government corruption in Mumbai?

  It contributes to inefficiency
• What is the impact of housing shortages in Mumbai?

  Unequal access to developments
• How does the growth of informal settlements affect public health in Mumbai?

  It leads to inadequate space and services
• What is the significance of the mobile health clinic in Dharavi?

  It screens for Covid-19 symptoms
• What is the main challenge of water quality in Mumbai?

  Worsening water quality
• What is the effect of air pollution on Mumbai's urban rail system?

  It has a huge effect on operations
• How does the construction of new flats impact informal settlements?

  It replaces informal settlements
• What is the role of community education in Dharavi?

  It teaches about health and waste disposal
• What is the main focus of the health charity in Dharavi?

  Controlling leprosy and health education
• What is the impact of Mumbai's rent-controlled properties?

  It limits property market efficiency
• How does the growth of the informal economy affect Mumbai's infrastructure?

  It creates challenges for infrastructure development
• What is the significance of the 300 new drains added to Mumbai's network?

  They improve sanitation and water management
• What is the main challenge of traffic congestion in Mumbai?

  It affects urban railways
• What is the role of community facilities in urban growth?

  They enhance quality of life for residents
• How does the government bureaucracy affect urban development in Mumbai?

  It slows down decision-making processes
• What is the impact of the "Vision Mumbai" plan on informal settlements?

  It aims to replace them with new housing