Nandita in Mumbai
Mapping Basic Needs and City Services
Help Nandita understand her neighborhood by placing essential **services** and **basic needs locations** on the map around her home!
How to Use This Demo
- Select a **Service or Need** from the options below.
- Click "**Place Service**" to randomly locate it on the map.
- Click "**Analyse Distance**" to calculate accessibility from Nandita's home.
- Use "**Clear Map**" to remove all placed services and restart.
- Observe how the density of services affects city life.
- Read the explanations to understand urban planning and needs.
Services Placed: 0 | Distance Analysis: N/A
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Observation:
Nandita's **Home** is marked in the center. Try placing a **Grocery Shop** to see how far she has to walk.
Urban Life and Essential Services
Key Needs in the City:
Cities like Mumbai offer dense populations and complex infrastructure. Key neighborhood services fall into categories crucial for quality of life:
| Category | Examples | Importance |
|---|---|---|
| **Basic Needs** | Grocery, Water Source, Pharmacy | Daily necessities for immediate health and sustenance. |
| **Public Services** | School, Hospital/Clinic, Police Station | Access to education, healthcare, and safety/security. |
| **Infrastructure** | Bus Stop/Metro, Bank/ATM, Park | Facilitating mobility, economy, and recreation. |
Urban Planning:
**Urban planning** attempts to locate essential services efficiently, minimizing **travel distance** and time for citizens. The closer these services are to residential areas, the higher the perceived quality of life and accessibility.
