Geographical analysis

Abstract

Abstract The purpose of this study is to build up capacity for developmental planning in Nalgonda, district of Telangana State through application of the Geoinformatic tools. The study area comprises a total of 39 settlements (villages and hamlets), has a total population of 16,767 and a total of 4,443 households (based on Field survey). This work covers part of two Mandals - Devarakonda and Chandampet. The three villages of Mynampally, Tatikole and Kacharam fall in Devarakonda Mandal. The four villages of Guntipalle, Polepalle, Gagillapuram and Mudidandla which form part of the study area fall in Chandampet Mandal. A total (Census) survey of the households in study area (4,443 households) is carried out, based on a structured questionnaire to generate attribute data for the 39 settlements. The data thus collected covers 10 variables which relate to sex ratio, family size and migration. The present study area is intended to build a strong database for a cluster of seven villages and their adjunct hamlets (32 in numbers) to create easy information retrieval system to serve as a Decision Support system for the planners and administrators to facilitate G Governancespecifically pertaining to demography. A reform of village institutions with appropriate technological inputs will help in arriving at quick decisions and help with planning and problem solving with a clear perspective. It is a demonstration of a socio-economic application of GIS.

Keywords: E Governance, Decision Support system, GIS