Abstract:
Similar to many other developing countries, Sri Lanka's internal migration can be classified
into two types - inter-district migration and intra-district migration. Literature on internal
migration often emphasizes that these migration patterns are mainly determined by a number
of socio-demographic, economic and political factors. However, there is a lack of micro level
research on what factors determine such migration patterns. Hence, this study explores the
determinants of inter-district and intra-district migration in Gampaha district. The study is
based on survey data gathered from three urban areas in Gampaha district. Data were gathered
through a random sample of400 respondents. Both descriptive analysis and logistic regression
model were employed in this study.
