The concept of neighbourhood holds a significant place in urban sociology as it represents the most immediate and tangible form of social organization within the urban environment. A neighbourhood can be broadly defined as a spatially localized community within a larger city or town, where residents share a certain degree of social interaction, common identity, and familiarity with one another. It is a geographic unit, but more importantly, it is a social construct shaped by human interaction, shared experiences, and collective identity. While physical boundaries may demarcate neighbourhoods, their true essence lies in the social relationships and meanings people attach to them. Neighbourhoods function as the basic building blocks of urban life. They provide individuals with a sense of belonging, security, and identity amidst the anonymity of large cities. Sociologically, neighbourhoods bridge the gap between the individual and the larger society, offering a microcosmic view of urban social processes such as stratification, social control, and community organization. They influence patterns of social interaction, lifestyles, and even opportunities for mobility. Thus, studying neighbourhoods provides sociologists with insights into how urban environments shape human behavior and social relations. The sociological understanding of neighbourhoods evolved through various theoretical perspectives. The Chicago School of Sociology in the early 20th century played a foundational role in shaping urban sociology’s approach to neighbourhoods. Thinkers like Robert Park, Ernest Burgess, and Louis Wirth examined how cities were organized spatially and socially. Burgess’s concentric zone model, for instance, depicted the city as a series of rings radiating from the central business district, with each zone representing different socio-economic groups. Within this framework, neighbourhoods were seen as natural areas formed through ecological processes such as invasion, dominance, and succession. These neighbourhoods reflected the dynamic equilibrium of urban life and were sites of both stability and change. Robert Park described the city as a mosaic of little worlds that touch but do not interpenetrate. This idea emphasizes how neighbourhoods often develop distinct social and cultural characteristics, reflecting the diversity and segregation within cities. Immigrant communities, for instance, often establish ethnic neighbourhoods where cultural practices, language, and social networks are preserved. These neighbourhoods provide a sense of continuity and protection against the alienation of urban life while facilitating gradual integration into the broader society. Louis Wirth, in his essay “Urbanism as a Way of Life,” further highlighted how urban living fosters secondary rather than primary relationships, weakening traditional bonds. However, neighbourhoods serve as counterbalances to this trend by creating localized spaces where primary ties can still flourish. Within the neighbourhood, people may engage in face-to-face