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Write short note on the following.

Functional classification of urban settlement.

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Settlements are typically classified into two groups based on their functions: (1) rural settlements and (2) urban settlements. Cities can be divided based on their varied functions. Some towns and communities specialize in certain functions and are well-known for particular activities. Indian towns and cities can be roughly classified according to their dominating or specialized functions.

  1. Administrative cities have administrative offices, such as Mumbai.
  2. Industrial cities or towns have industrial belts, such as the Pune-Pimpri-Chinchwad Industrial Belt.
  3. Transport: for example, many cities have established several modes of transportation.
  4. Mining areas include the Deccan and Chhota Napur plateaus.
  5. Cantonment, for example, Pune cantonment.
  6. Educational locations include Pune, Bangalore, and Delhi.
  7. Religious sites, such as Kedarnath and Badrinath.
  8. Tourism: Many cities have popular tourist attractions, and there are several examples.
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