Sociological Studies Of The Krasnoyarsk Region Rural Territories Population Life Quality

Abstract

The results of sociological research, the purpose of which was to identify problematic areas and socio-economic patterns in the development of rural areas are presented in the article. The population quality and standard of living are the priority in state policy. The use of statistical information is not always acceptable to assess the quality and standard of living, because it is not possible to assess the intentions and expectations. That is why the use of the sociological research tools allows us to specify the causal relationship of economic phenomena. The study was conducted through formal interviews of rural households. The results obtained are summarized and interpreted for the model of municipal formations of Krasnoyarsk Territory. The study of the level and quality of life challenges in rural areas was conducted in the context of socio-economic infrastructure, education, and health development, as well as the welfare of the population. Grouping of questions by fields of life of the rural population helped to identify the factors that reduce the competitiveness of rural areas to urban agglomerations. Subjective assessment of the rural population about the life level and quality should be taken into account in the development of municipal and regional programs of rural areas sustainable development. The study identified priority areas in vital areas, the solution of which is urgent and affects not only the development but also the existence of rural areas in General.