Land Use Patterns and Transformations in Hisar District: A Multi-Decadal Analysis (1991-2011)
Keywords:
Agriculture, Correlation Analysis, Haryana, Land Use Land Cover Analysis, Sustainability Planning, UrbanizationsAbstract
This study examines the multi-decadal transformations in land use patterns within Hisar District, Haryana, from 1991 to 2011, highlighting the changes in land use categories in the district. Historically, Hisar is an agriculturally dominant district, but it has witnessed significant shift toward urbanization and industrial expansion, leading to a decline in agricultural land use and an increase in non-agricultural land uses. Using secondary data sources, including Census of India reports and the District Statistical Handbook, the research employs Pearson’s correlation analysis to assess the relationships between different land use categories over three Census time periods. Findings indicate a strong inverse correlation where the conversion of barren and culturable waste lands into cultivated and non-agricultural spaces reflects the growing pressure on land resources due to population growth and economic development. The study also underscores the decline of pastures and miscellaneous tree crops, highlighting a shift toward more intensive agricultural practices. The observed trends reveal the challenges of balancing urban growth with sustainable agricultural and environmental practices. The study provides significant insights into land use dynamics, contributing to discussions on resource management, policy implications, and long-term sustainability planning in rapidly developing agricultural regions that are under stress from rapid urbanization
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