Location, Importance And Causes Of Growth Of Mumbai Flashcards
In what state is Mumbai?
Maharastra state
How is Mumbai a city of contrasts?
It is one of the richest cities in Asia but is also home to some of the worlds poorest people
What % of India’s GDP does Mumbai account for?
6%
What % of foreign trade does Mumbai account for?
40%
Name an Indian financial institution that has its headquarters in Mumbai.
Bombay stock exchange
Name an Indian company that has its headquarters in Mumbai.
The tata group
Name two international companies that have offices in Mumbai.
GlaxoSmithKline
Volkswagon
What does Mumbai have the busiest of in India?
Port and airport
How many people live in Mumbai?
23 million
What % of all migrants to Mumbai came from rural areas in Maharashtra state?
70%
What is the average age of migrants to Mumbai?
20-21 years
What is the main reason for people migrating to Mumbai?
Economic opportunities
What is the birth rate in Mumbai?
20.1
Between 2001 and 2011 how many people were added to the population of Mumbai because of natural increase?
1.51 million
