While there are large voids in the universe, these are vast regions with very few galaxies. The Milky Way is situated in a region of space with a moderate density of galaxies, not in a void.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
* Voids: These are massive, relatively empty regions in the universe, spanning hundreds of millions of light-years. They are formed by the gravitational attraction of galaxies, which pull matter towards themselves, leaving behind empty spaces.
* Local Group: This is a group of galaxies gravitationally bound to each other, and the Milky Way is one of its members. It's a relatively dense region compared to the vast voids in the universe.
* Superclusters: Even larger than local groups, these are massive collections of galaxy clusters, which are themselves groups of galaxies. The Local Group, including the Milky Way, is part of the Virgo Supercluster.
So, while the universe has vast regions with very few galaxies, the Milky Way is located in a more populated area, part of a cluster of galaxies.