A Comparative Study of Social Isolation among Rural and Urban People in Ranchi

The present study was conducted among 100 participants in Ranchi to examine social isolation and loneliness among rural and urban populations. The sample consisted of 50 rural participants and 50 urban participants. Among the rural participants, 9 males and 14 females reported loneliness, giving a total of 23 participants (46%). Among the urban participants, 11 males and 19 females reported loneliness, giving a total of 30 participants (60%). Overall, 53 out of 100 participants (53%) reported feelings of loneliness.

Social isolation, Loneliness, Social connection, Wellness

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