mumbai case study

• Where is Mumbai located?

  Mumbai is located on the western coast of Maharashtra state in western India, bordering the Arabian Sea.
• What geographical feature describes Mumbai's location?

  Mumbai is situated on a narrow peninsula almost entirely surrounded by water but connected to the mainland on one side.
• What is the estimated population of Mumbai?

  Approximately 20 million people.
• Why is Mumbai considered an 'alpha' city?

  Due to its economic importance.
• How many people commute to Mumbai from surrounding areas for work?

  Three million people.
• What is the significance of Mumbai's growing population?

  The city is attracting a young workforce from neighboring cities.
• What percentage of Maharashtra's total income does Mumbai contribute?

  40% of the total income of the whole state of Maharashtra.
• What industries are growing in Mumbai?

  The Hi-tech industry, including call centers, online banking, and software development.
• What is Mumbai's role in India's economy?


  Mumbai is India's commercial and financial capital, contributing around US $310 billion to its economy.
• What percentage of India's maritime trade is handled by Mumbai?

  70% of India’s maritime trade.
• What percentage of India's industrial output is produced by Mumbai?

  25% of India's industrial output.
• What is the contribution of Mumbai to national income tax and customs duty?

  Mumbai contributes 33% of all income tax and 60% of all customs duty from trade.
• Where is the Reserve Bank of India located?

  The Reserve Bank of India is located in Mumbai.
• What is Bollywood, and where is it located?

  Bollywood is India’s largest film industry, located in Mumbai.
• What types of industries are majorly located in Mumbai?

  Major chemical, petrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries.
• What is Mumbai's internet access status compared to other Indian cities?

  Mumbai has the highest percentage of internet access of any Indian city.
• How many people had internet access in Mumbai in 2013?

  12 million people.
• What is Mumbai's role as a transport hub?

  Mumbai has links to all major industrial cities in India.
• What is the international significance of Mumbai regarding foreign investment?

  Mumbai receives the largest amount of foreign investment of any other city in India.
• How does Mumbai rank in terms of international companies in Asia?

  Mumbai has the largest number of international companies in Asia.
• Name one international company that has its headquarters in Mumbai.

  Bank of America.
• What is the status of Mumbai's tourism industry?

  Mumbai's tourism industry is booming with thousands flocking to the area from all over the globe.
• What was the population of Mumbai in 1950?

  Approximately 3 million
• What is the estimated population of Mumbai in 2020?


  Approximately 20 million
• What rank does Mumbai hold in terms of population size in the world as of 2020?

  9th largest city by population
• What are the two main reasons for the population growth in Mumbai?

  Natural increase and migration
• How is natural increase defined in terms of population change?

  The difference between the birth rate and the death rate
• How is the natural increase calculated?

  By subtracting the death rate from the birth rate
• What happens to the population when birth rates are higher than death rates?

  The population naturally increases
• What is the fertility rate in Mumbai?

  Approximately two children per woman
• What are the social and economic opportunities in Mumbai due to urban growth?

  Urban growth in Mumbai has brought a range of social and economic opportunities.
• How has urban growth in Mumbai improved healthcare access?

  Access to healthcare is improving, with more hospitals than any other urban area in India.
• What percentage does Mumbai's population grow each year?

  Approximately 5 percent
• What is the capacity of Sion Hospital in Mumbai today?

  Sion Hospital has more than 1400 beds today.
• How many patients does Sion Hospital admit each year?

  Sion Hospital admits more than 60,000 patients each year.
• How many extra people are born in Mumbai each year due to natural increase?

  Approximately 1 million
• How many primary and secondary schools are there in Mumbai?

  There are over 1000 primary and secondary schools in Mumbai.
• What is the primary reason for rural to urban migration to Mumbai?

  Push and pull factors
• What are the pull factors attracting people to Mumbai?

  • Educational opportunities
  • Improved health care
  • Access to services (water, electricity, sewage)
  • Support from friends and family
  • Improved job prospects
  • Opportunities in public sector and international agencies
• What is the age range for compulsory, free education provided by the Maharashtra government?

  Compulsory, free education is provided to every child from age 6 to 14.