By Maitri Singhai

This article explains how various planning techniques can be applied in practice, with examples drawn from case study of Sanawadiya, a peri-urban village near Indore. The objective was to demonstrate how these techniques contribute to prepare a comprehensive Village Development Plan.

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1. Base Map Preparation

A base map serves as the foundation of any planning project. Using GIS, we georeferenced raster data, identified the village boundary, and imported layers from OSM (OpenStreetMap). Key elements such as roads, building footprints, natural features, and landmarks were digitized to create an accurate spatial framework for further analysis.

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2. Land Use and Building Use Maps

Prepare a land use maps by overlapping existing records (like Khasra) with the proposed Master Plan. This helps to identify residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use zones. In addition, building height and building use maps provided insights into the settlement’s density and structural profile.

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3. Questionnaire & Sampling

To capture the social and economic dimensions of Sanawadiya, designe household surveys and focus group discussions. A sample size of 100 households was selected using the simple random sampling method to ensure representativeness.

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4. Data Collection

Combined primary data (surveys, interviews, observations) with secondary data (census reports, government records). The process included:

• Household surveys (socio-economic and demographic data)
• Visual surveys (land use, infrastructure, public spaces)
• Transportation surveys (traffic patterns, pedestrian behavior, parking availability)
• Focus group discussions to capture community perspectives

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5. Data Representation

Collected data was analyzed and represented through maps, charts, and projections. This included:

• Demographic trends and population projections
• Economic sector distribution over time
• Road network proposals (Town Planning Scheme vs Master Plan)
• Social infrastructure mapping to highlight gaps and opportunities

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Conclusion

The Sanawadiya study showcased the importance of integrating spatial analysis with socio-economic surveys to create a holistic development plan. Planning techniques like GIS-based mapping, sampling, and focused data collection and more proved essential for generating actionable insights. By applying these methods, we not only documented the existing conditions of Sanawadiya but also outlined strategies for sustainable village development in the context of Indore’s urban expansion.

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