an informal settlement in Indonesian cities that is self-built without planning permission. Homes are overcrowded, poorly constructed, and lack basic services

the basic services and facilities needed for a city to function, such as water supply, electricity, sewage systems, transport and waste collection

a waterborne disease caused by bacteria in contaminated water or food. It spreads quickly in areas with poor sanitation and can cause severe diarrhoea and dehydration

Challenges caused by rapid urban population growth: housing

Geography

Location and national, regional and global context of Jakarta

The structure of Jakarta

Trends and causes of population growth in Jakarta

Effects of population growth on spatial growth, functions and land use

Opportunities for people living in the city

Challenges caused by rapid urban population growth: services

Urban patterns in Jakarta

Strategies for achieving sustainability: 'top-down' strategies

Top-down strategies to reduce global inequalities

Strategies for achieving sustainability: 'bottom-up' strategies

This unit teaches pupils about the development, importance and characteristics of Jakarta, an emerging country. Pupils will study the opportunities and challenges associated with the growth of the city, considering issues such as housing, services, the environment and sustainability.

Jakarta: case study of a major city in an emerging country

Informal settlement lacking basic services

Disease caused by bacteria in dirty water

Why are informal settlements like kampungs common in Jakarta?

What is one health issue linked to poor sanitation in kampungs?

What type of service is often missing in kampungs?

Only poor people struggle to find housing

Everyone has access to safe housing and water

What is often assumed about housing in cities like Jakarta?

Rapid growth of city population and built-up area

Which of these best describes Jakarta’s urbanisation?

By providing small-scale trading and day labour opportunities

By creating large multinational corporations

How does Jakarta’s informal sector help residents?

It increases pressure on housing and services

Why is population density a challenge in Jakarta?

Which example shows Jakarta’s infrastructure is under strain?

They experience severe traffic congestion daily

What is a common view about Jakarta’s roads?

Which area has grown due to urbanisation in Jakarta?

Starter Quiz