Konya is located in the Central Anatolia Region of Turkey and is the country's largest province by area. In terms of population, Konya is the seventh most populous city in Turkey and hosts approximately 2.2 million people. Konya's population has a wide demographic structure living both in the city centers and in the surrounding districts. The population concentrated in the city center shows a younger and more dynamic character due to various factors such as industry and educational opportunities, while the population living in rural areas maintains a more traditional lifestyle.
In terms of demographic structure, Konya hosts a population with a diverse socio-economic and cultural background. People living in the city generally work in agriculture, industry and service sectors, and education levels tend to be higher in the city center and lower in rural areas. In addition to being a city with a strong sense of traditional Turkish culture, Konya has become a center where the young population has increased in recent years due to the impact of universities and other educational institutions.
Another striking feature of Konya's demographic structure is its ethnic and cultural diversity. People from different regions of Turkey and even from various countries contribute to the social and cultural fabric of Konya. This diversity manifests itself in a wide range from the city's culinary culture to the festivals and social events organized.
Konya has generally adopted a family-oriented lifestyle, with multi-generational families living together in the city. This also affects the social structure of the city, creating a social structure where neighborhood relations and family ties are strong. In addition, due to Konya's vast geography and fertile soils, the rural population continues to make a living through agriculture, which makes a significant contribution to the city's overall economic structure.