APPLICATION OF GEOSPATIAL TOOLS TO STUDY LAND USE/ LAND COVER CHANGE ANALYSIS IN FOOTHILL ZONE OF BHUNGA BLOCK HOSHIARPUR DISTRICT

Abstract

Remote sensing and GIS (Geographic Information Systems) are increasingly integral parts of modern spatial planning solving the issues quickly based on data collected, analysed and displayed in a meaningful way. This research examines the usage of remote sensing and GIS in micro-level planning along the foothill section of Bhunga area in Hoshiarpur District, India. The study intends to evaluate whether these technologies are well-suited for improving planning and effectiveness of decision making at the local level. This research takes satellite imagery, spatial analysis and field surveys as a whole, and identifies land pattern use, natural resources distribution and social and economic features of the study area. This study in particular will aid in deepening the knowledge of remote sensing and GIS utilization in promoting sustainable development and resource governance in similar contexts of geography.