Changes in Lifestyles and living Conditions of the Rural Population of the Russian Central Federal District as a Factor in the Dynamics of Human Capital
Research Article
Acknowledgments
The article was prepared with the support of RFFI. Project 19-29-07559 «Transit, exchange, development: dynamics of human capital in rural settlements in conditions of depopulation and growth of return migration (example of the Central Federal District of the Russian Federation)».
How to Cite
Shilova V.A. 2021. Changes in Lifestyles and living Conditions of the Rural Population of the Russian Central Federal District as a Factor in the Dynamics of Human Capital — Sociologicheskaja nauka i social’naja praktika. Vol. 9. No. 4. P. 264-280. DOI: https://doi.org/10.19181/snsp.2021.9.4.8619
Abstract
The article raises the issue of the dynamics of human capital of rural Russia of the Central Federal District with the example of the Yaroslavl area in conditions of depopulation and growth of return migration. On the basis of the results of the empirical research, using the methods of in-depth interviews and the search survey according to the structured questionnaire, the author examines the way of life and living conditions of the rural population from the perspective of the past, present and future. The article identifies key problems that are acutely felt and reflected by the inhabitants of the village: lack of jobs, opportunities for decent work in the countryside, poor roads and medical services, a low level of amenities and recreational activities. Also, based on the reasoning of the respondents, the author points out some positive aspects of life in rural areas: good ecology, availability and operation of kindergartens and schools, a relatively high level of development of digital technologies, a moderate, peaceful life.
In conclusion, the author highlights the key factors influencing the lifestyle and quality of life of rural residents and concludes that, in the light of this situation, without State policy intervention in the development and preservation of human capital, Depopulation and atrophy of rural areas will continue.
Keywords:
rural population, human capital, dynamics, rural settlements, education, health, employment, sociocultural practices, lifestyles
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Article
Received: 30.09.2021
Accepted: 02.12.2021
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Shilova, V. A. (2021) ’Changes in Lifestyles and living Conditions of the Rural Population of the Russian Central Federal District as a Factor in the Dynamics of Human Capital’, Sociologicheskaja nauka i social’naja praktika, 9(4), pp. 264-280. doi: https://doi.org/10.19181/snsp.2021.9.4.8619.
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