Analytical Hierarchy Process Framework for Land Use Planning in Hill Cities of India
Swasti Sharmaa b, Ashutosh Sainic, Bhavna Shrivastavad, A Rupesh Kumare, Vishal Kumar Dhimana, Shivangi Sharmaa b
- aAmity University
- bBukovinian State Medical University
- cManipal University
- dMalaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur
- eNational Institute of Technology Hamirpur
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Abstract
Hills are crucial to the ecology and culture of any region, state, or country, but as the population grew, the need for expansion increased, putting strain on the available land. The hills in India are witnessing major urbanisation and uncontrolled development because of rapid urban growth and uncontrolled expansion. It has become essential to address the issue of haphazard expansion in hills, land use analysis or adequate site selection in order to achieve land suitability and for appropriate urban development [1] . The study provides information on systematic land use allocation/ planning through the emphasis on the utility of the tool in determining appropriate land uses in India's hill cities/towns. The aim of the paper is to demonstrate how careful selection of criteria and AHP, as a tool, can assist in resolving land use issues in hill cities for future hillside development. The criteria used in the study were based on a literature review and expert knowledge. Pairwise comparisons using the AHP technique established the weights of criteria. The generic criteria can be replicated or modified depending on the requirements and characteristics of the varied hill areas of India. The AHP model is used to assess suitability using a set of criteria categorised under natural, built environment, and hazard proneness categories. The criteria taken for the study are Slope, Aspect, Proximity to Natural Features, Existing Vegetation, Geographical Location, Aesthetics, Geological Conditions and Natural Drainage Pattern under the Natural category; Under the built environment the criteria are Road Width, Preservation of Heritage sites and Historic Remains, Distance From Road, Location with res City Centre, Distance from Health Facility, Land Value, Access to Water and Access to Sewerage Facility; Proneness to hazards includes criteria such as Earthquake, Land Slide, Flood and Cloud Burst. Thus, the study will assist planners in determining a technique for allocating suitable land uses in the hill region of India.