6. Rural and urban development

Population in the urban areas has surpassed rural areas for the first time in 2011. China is starting to transform from a rural-based to an urban-based country in population structure.

Urbanization rate (2002-2011)

Since the 16th National Congress of CPC, rural China has undergone significant changes.

Mileage of highways in county-level areas (2002-2011)

(Source: National Bureau of Statistics)