Volume 19, No. 1, 2025
Received: 2024/10/24, Accepted: 2024/12/17
Authors:
Lanka Geethika; K Sai Sahitya; CSRK Prasad;
Abstract:
Transportation accessibility plays a pivotal role in transport geography, serving as a critical indicator of mobility for both people and goods. High levels of accessibility reflect a well-developed urban environment with fewer transportation challenges. In this study, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are employed to conduct a comprehensive network analysis of accessibility across various zones in Hyderabad city, Telangana. Using a city-wide methodology for evaluating urban service availability and distance-based accessibility, the study incorporates a Weighted Scoring Model. This model assigns varying weights to different urban services based on their relative importance, enabling a nuanced accessibility analysis. The study assesses accessibility at three distinct spatial scales: Macro-Level Cluster Zones, Meso-Level Strategic Zones, and Micro-Level Traffic Analysis Zones (TAZs). By analyzing accessibility at these scales, the study offers a detailed and layered understanding of how different locations in Hyderabad perform in terms of access to essential services and opportunities. The results provide valuable insights for urban planners and decision-makers, helping them identify areas where accessibility can be improved, thus supporting more equitable and efficient urban development.
Keywords:
Weighted Scoring Model, Macro Level Cluster Zones, Meso Level Strategic Zones, Micro Level Traffic Analysis Zones (TAZs), accessibility analysis