Keywords
Trends of migration
Pattern of migration
Migration streams
Reason for migration
Bundelkhand region (U.P.)
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Abstract
Migration has long been a transformative force, and its contemporary patterns continue to shape societies. The study examines internal migration from Uttar Pradesh districts to the Bundelkhand region using Census data (1991-2011). Focusing on rural-rural and rural-urban streams, it highlights gendered dynamics: marriage-related migration remains dominant, especially among women, while employment-driven migration is largely male. Female participation in business and education migration is minimal. By analysing reasons and socio-economic impacts, the study situates Bundelkhand’s migration trends within broader national shifts, emphasising their linkages to developmental challenges, resource scarcity, and opportunities for regional economic resilience.
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