World Population Day : 7 Most Populated Cities In The World
By Mahima Sharan11, Jul 2023 02:33 PMjagranjosh.com
Population
The world's population has been growing and recently topped 8 billion people. Out of these 8 billion, a sizable portion dwells in a nation's capital city in search of opportunity. Keep swiping to check the most populated cities.
Tokyo, Japan
In a 2,188 km2 area, 37,435,191 people are living in Tokyo. The capital of Japan, Tokyo is ranked third in the Global Cities Index and first in the Global Economic Power Index.
Delhi, India
It is the second most populated city in the world, with 29,399,141 residents living there in a 1,484 km2 area. India's capital city is Delhi, and the largest commercial hub in India is also Delhi.
Shanghai, China
Shanghai has 26,317,104 residents in an area of 6,340.5 km2. Both the financial and commercial hub of China is in Shanghai. This city is growing rapidly and has excellent educational resources.
Sao Paulo, Brazil
Sao Paulo has 21,846,507 residents living inside its 1,521 km2 of space. Brazil's thriving financial hub is Sao Paulo and is the most recognisable structure.
Mexico, Mexico
Mexico with 21,671,908 inhabitants spread across 1.973 million km2. Mexico is well-known for its beaches on the Pacific and Gulf of Mexico as well as for its varied terrain.
Mumbai, India
20,185,064 people call Mumbai their home, occupying a 603.4 km2 area. Mumbai is the state capital of Maharashtra. Mumbai is the nation's main financial and commercial hub.
Beijing, China
Beijing with 20,185,064 residents living there in a 16,808 km2 area. The People's Republic of China's capital is Beijing. The economic centre of China is Beijing.
Conclusion
The sharp increase in population has been caused by an increase in the proportion of individuals reaching reproductive age, an extension of human life expectancy.