International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET)
e-ISSN: 2395-0056
Volume: 10 Issue: 04 | Apr 2023
p-ISSN: 2395-0072
www.irjet.net
ASSESSMENT OF URBAN DYNAMICS IN LAND USE AND DEMOGRPAHY USING GIS TECHNIQUES Nivetha.M1, Sudhan Srinivas.N2 1M.plan Student ,school of planning Architecture and Design Excellence SPADE, Hindustan Institute of science of
Tecchnology and Science(HITS), Chennai,
2Assitant professor, school of planning Architecture and Design Excellence SPADE, Hindustan Institute of science of
Tecchnology and Science (HITS), Chennai,Tamilnadu ---------------------------------------------------------------------***---------------------------------------------------------------------
Abstract - The process of urbanization is occurring
health are significant and complex ranging from pollution and resource depletion to social and economic inequality. Managing urban growth and land use change is a critical challenge for policymakers and planners in both developed and developing countries. Sustainable urbanization strategies and integrated urban policy approaches are essential to ensure that urbanization occurs in a manner that is socially, economically, and environmentally sustainable. Understanding the dynamics of urban growth and land use change taking into account of spatial and temporal considerations is essential to developing effective policies and strategies for managing urban environments.
rapidly in poorer nations and causing significant shifts in land use. This is linked to population expansion and poses challenges for managing urban growth and land use. To address these challenges, integrated urban policy approaches and sustainable urbanization strategies are necessary. This study uses literature reviews and case studies from both national and international contexts to identify various models, methods and approaches for managing urban growth and land use. The study focuses on sampling techniques, data collection and GIS techniques to analyse case studies and prioritize indicators for future land use changes. The conclusion of this dissertation highlights the importance of adapting to various urbanization scenarios considering the spatial and temporal scale of change and implementing sustainable urbanization strategies. The use of GIS tools for analysing future land use changes leads the way forward for planning and managing urban growth, creating properly planned cities, and promoting the quality of life for inhabitants and the environment. Overall, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of the dynamics of urban growth and the role of land use and demography in shaping the future of urban environments
1.1 Aim To Study Urban Dynamics using Geospatial tools such as Geographic Information System (GIS) and Global positioning sytem (GPS)
1.2 Objective Of The Study The objective of this study is to gain an understanding of the urban dynamics in major cities in both nationally and internationally. This includes examining the land use patterns, demographic profiles, and population densities in these areas. Another goal of the study is to explore the use of GIS in analysing land use patterns and identifying future land use scenarios which can be used to inform urban planning and management strategies.
Key Words: Land use and land cover, Population, Remote sensing, ARC GIS , LANDSAT images .
1.INTRODUCTION Urbanization is a complex and multidimensional process that is occurring at an unprecedented rate and scale worldwide. As the world's population continues to grow the cities are becoming the primary centers of economic and social activity resulting in significant changes in land use and patterns of urban growth. While urbanization is happening at different rates and scales across the globe, developing countries are experiencing particularly rapid urbanization, which is directly linked to population growth. The process of urbanization involves a transformation of the natural landscape including the conversion of rural land to urban land use resulting in the loss of natural habitats, biodiversity, and open spaces. The impacts of urbanization on the environment and human
© 2023, IRJET
|
Impact Factor value: 8.226
1.3 Scope The objective of the study is to understand the reasons behind unplanned urban expansion in cities due to unequal population and development growth. The study will also focus on analysing the dynamics of land use resulting from changing population demand.
1.4 Limitation Of The Study The objective of the study is to understand the reasons behind unplanned urban expansion in cities due to unequal population and development growth. The study
|
ISO 9001:2008 Certified Journal
|
Page 1608