Mapping for Rural and Urban Development
Rural development is the process of improving the quality of life and economic well-being of people living in rural areas.
Rural areas are usually relatively isolated and sparsely populated areas. Rural development is a strategy designed to improve the economic and social life of a specific group of people - the rural poor.
Rural development often involves the use of land-intensive natural resources such as agriculture and forestry.
Source: World Bank
Sustainable Rural Development!
Urban development is centered on designing and influencing urban spaces that build resilience, improve health, and equitably connect people and opportunities.
Urban development is a system of residential expansion that creates cities. Residential areas are the primary focus of urban development.
Urban development occurs by expansion into unpopulated areas and/or the renovation of decaying regions.
Source: World Resources Institute
Smart City Development!
Maps are used in rural and urban development to:
Mapping for Rural and Urban Development
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