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)