UNDERSTANDING THE TRADITIONAL ELEMENTS OF LANDUSE WHILE INCORPORATING GEO-SPATIAL TECHNOLOGY

Abstract

The application of Geographic Information System (GIS) technology and remote sensing to comprehensive local planning is becoming more popular in a number of fields, such as disaster management, agriculture, and urban and rural development. This case study looks at Garhshankar Block in the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India, and how remote sensing and GIS are used for micro-level planning. The application of several remote sensing techniques, including digital elevation models (DEM), soil maps, and satellite images from Sentinel-2 and Landsat 8, is examined in this study. These are used in conjunction with GIS programs such as ArcGIS and QGIS to classify and evaluate various land uses, such as agricultural land, woods, and barren areas. In order to comprehend the current infrastructure, the study also looks at the region's socioeconomic and demographic features.

The results of the study show that GIS and remote sensing are useful tools for micro-level planning because they can accurately determine current land use patterns and assess potential changes in use. Planning for the future development of the area requires careful consideration of this information. The research also highlights how the use of remote sensing and GIS improves the accuracy and productivity of data collection and analysis, which in turn leads to better decision-making at the micro-level of planning. The study emphasizes the inclusion of remote sensing and geographic information technology in the planning process to achieve sustainable and equitable development. It also highlights the significant potential of these tools for extensive local planning in rural areas.