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CESC Week 4 Differentiating Typologies of Community

The document differentiates between formal and informal, rural and urban, and local and global community types based on characteristics like structure, population density, and geographical proximity. Formal communities have official hierarchies while informal communities form based on shared interests. Rural communities have lower population density and specialize in particular livelihoods, while urban communities have higher density, diversity, and industry.

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CESC Week 4 Differentiating Typologies of Community

The document differentiates between formal and informal, rural and urban, and local and global community types based on characteristics like structure, population density, and geographical proximity. Formal communities have official hierarchies while informal communities form based on shared interests. Rural communities have lower population density and specialize in particular livelihoods, while urban communities have higher density, diversity, and industry.

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DIFFERENTIATING

TYPOLOGIES OF
COMMUNITIES
DIFFERENTIATING
TYPOLOGIES OF
COMMUNITIES

There are several ways to classify


communities based on different
characteristics and criteria.
Here are some common types of
communities:
DIFFERENTIATING
TYPOLOGIES OF
COMMUNITIES

FORMAL & INFORMAL


COMMUNITIES
DIFFERENTIATING
TYPOLOGIES OF
COMMUNITIES

FORMAL INFORMAL
The group is created as per official The group is formed according to the
authority, to fulfil certain goals or likes, interests and attitudes of the
objectives members
The group possesses a systematic The group has a loose structure and
hierarchical structure the members join to satisfy their
The position of a member defines social needs
his/her importance in the group Every member is as important as any
There is a professional relationship other member
among members There is a personal relationship
The flow of communication is among members
restricted due to the chain of The flow of communication stretches
command in all directions
DIFFERENTIATING
TYPOLOGIES OF
COMMUNITIES

FORMAL INFORMAL
EXAMPLES EXAMPLES
Business Firms Bikers Enthusiasts
Ecovillages Academic
Religious Recreation
Co-housing Retirement
Co-operatives
DIFFERENTIATING
TYPOLOGIES OF
COMMUNITIES

RURAL & URBAN


COMMUNITIES
DIFFERENTIATING
TYPOLOGIES OF
COMMUNITIES

RURAL URBAN
Population density is found to be low, Population density is higher, with more
meaning few people populate the diverse subgroups (ethnic, racial,
entire community and they tend to cultural, age, sexual orientation)
live far apart from each other Various industries and businesses are
found in the area
The area is situated geographically
distant from larger urban areas A large portion of the people live in rented
apartments or homes
Each area typically specializes in a
Transportation is readily available,
particular form of livelihood
although this may be costly
Highly developed with many buildings
and structures
Traffic and noise levels are high
DIFFERENTIATING
TYPOLOGIES OF
COMMUNITIES

LOCAL & GLOBAL


COMMUNITIES
DIFFERENTIATING
TYPOLOGIES OF
COMMUNITIES

LOCAL GLOBAL
Characterized by close social integration Characterized by integration and
and physical proximity interaction between individuals and
Defined as group of people sharing the groups away from each other in time or
same environment and conditions such as space of both
intent, belief, resources, preferences, and Refers to the nations of the world
needs and risks considered closely connected by modern
May consist of business operators, public telecommunication, though they are
agency staff and residents with economically, socially and politically
interactions that may include sharing of independent
resources, information and assistance
Commercial relationships may also be
present between local businesses and
consumers

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