Urban sociology is the study of the social organization and interaction of population groups within the built environment–the physical superstructure of highways, abandoned factories, suburban housing development, shopping malls, gated communities, public housing, manufacturing areas and the like created by modern capitalism. It also deals with the historic forces, which have produced the industrial and corporate cities of the present era; the location of industrial and commercial areas within the contemporary city; the lifestyles of racial and ethnic groups within urban neighbourhoods; and the effect of social, economic, and political forces on patterns of everyday life in cities of suburbs. Urban sociology examines social structures and processes of modern urban ways of life and its implications for city dwellers with the socio –cultural milieu. This rapid expansion of urbanism requires a comprehensive understanding of urban relevant phenomena, and urban sociology attempts to focus on the urbanized social way of life and its impact on the surroundings, the suburbs in particular. The book covers syllabi of various Universities in Urban Sociology. The book will not only interest students of sociology but will be of immense use to administrators, architects, town planners and social reformers.

Vikram Singh is a prominent scholar in Urban Sociology, specializing in urbanization and its socio-cultural implications. His research examines urban dynamics, governance, and the spatial organization of cities. Singh's scholarly interests encompass urban planning, environmental sustainability, and social justice within urban contexts. He has held positions in academia and research institutes, contributing to interdisciplinary studies on urban development and social policy.