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Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026): October
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Evaluation of Population Growth Effects on Land Use and Land Cover Dynamics in Urban Areas

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  • Sanjay Prakash Sharma,
  • Prof. Anil Kumar Verma,
  • Priya Mehta

Published 2026-10-08

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Abstract

This study examines the impact of population growth on land use and land cover changes in an urban environment. The specific objectives were to determine the effect of birth (natality) rate on land use and land cover dynamics and to examine the influence of migration on landscape transformation within the study area. A descriptive cross-sectional research design was adopted for the study. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire designed on a five-point Likert scale. Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS version 28.0, with regression analysis employed to evaluate the relationship between population growth variables and land use/land cover changes. The findings revealed that birth (natality) rate has a significant positive effect on land use and landscape changes, with a regression value of 5.311 and a p-value of 0.013. Similarly, migration was found to have a significant positive effect on land use and landscape changes, with a regression value of 0.991 and a p-value of 0.001. The study concludes that population growth significantly influences land use and land cover transformation within urban areas. Rapid population increase and migration contribute to changes in settlement patterns, urban expansion, and landscape modification. The study therefore recommends the development and implementation of a comprehensive urban planning framework capable of accommodating future population growth while promoting sustainable land use management and environmental conservation.

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