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Year 11
Edexcel B

Trends and causes of population growth in Jakarta

I can explain factors that have contributed to Jakarta's population growth.

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Year 11
Edexcel B

Trends and causes of population growth in Jakarta

I can explain factors that have contributed to Jakarta's population growth.

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Key learning points

  1. Jakarta is a rapidly growing megacity.
  2. Natural increase has contributed to population growth.
  3. National and international migration has contributed to population growth.
  4. Economic investment and growth has contributed to population growth.

Keywords

  • Megacity - a city with a population of over 10 million people

  • Migration - the movement of people from one place to another, either within a country or between countries, often for economic, social, political or environmental reasons

  • Natural increase - the difference between the birth rate and the death rate of a population; occurs when the birth rate is higher than the death rate

Common misconception

Rapid urban growth in Jakarta has improved living conditions for everyone, reducing inequality between rich and poor.

Rapid urban growth in Jakarta has not improved life for everyone. While some benefit from new jobs and development, many poor migrants face rising living costs, limited job security and end up in squatter settlements.


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Use GIS tools to map population density and migration hotspots across Jakarta. Students can compare areas of rapid growth, informal housing and economic activity.
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6 Questions

Q1.
Which of these best describes Jakarta’s location?

Inland, far from the coast
In the eastern highlands of Indonesia
Correct answer: On the northwest coast of Java
In central Borneo

Q2.
What is one main cause of subsidence in Jakarta?

Volcanic eruptions
Correct answer: Excessive groundwater extraction
Deforestation
Earthquake activity

Q3.
What is the approximate population of Jakarta?

3 million
6 million
Correct answer: Over 10 million
20 million

Q4.
Why is flooding a major concern in Jakarta?

It's in a desert region
Correct answer: It is low-lying and experiences high rainfall
It is mountainous
It receives very little rain

Q5.
What is a significant global role of Jakarta?

It exports nothing
It is mainly rural
Correct answer: It acts as a trade and transport hub
It relies entirely on aid

Q6.
Which statement best describes Jakarta's urban challenges?

Correct answer: It faces traffic congestion, flooding, and informal housing
It has a small population
It has no housing problems
Its infrastructure is rarely used

Assessment exit quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
Match the keyword with the definition.

Correct Answer:Megacity,A city with a population of over 10 million people

A city with a population of over 10 million people

Correct Answer:Migration,The movement of people from one place to another

The movement of people from one place to another

Correct Answer:Natural increase,When the birth rate is higher than the death rate

When the birth rate is higher than the death rate

Q2.
Which of these is a reason people migrate to Jakarta?

High levels of rural employment
Low city population
Correct answer: Economic opportunities in the city
Shortages of housing in the city

Q3.
What kind of growth does Jakarta experience due to people moving in?

Correct answer: Migration-driven urban growth
Natural increase only
Population decline
Seasonal shrinkage

Q4.
What is sometimes assumed about population growth in Jakarta?

It causes challenges for housing and services
It leads to economic change
Correct answer: That it improves life for everyone and reduces inequality
That people move there for social reasons

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