PLANNING STRATEGIES FOR RURAL URBAN FRINGE DEVELOPMENT OF ERNAKULAM CITY A CASE OF KIZHAKAMBALAM

Abstract

The rapid urbanization trend in the global scenario leads to the congestion of urban space and demands more space for growth. This growth pattern results in the expansion of city to outskirts, and rural-urban fringe areas. The major impacts are reduced forestcover , loss of rural landscape, decreased water resources and demand for built pace .The fringe characteristics shift from primarily rural to largely urban over time .The unplanned development results in negative environmental consequences.This study focus on preparing strategies for the development of the Kizhakambalam fringe of Ernakulam city. As one of India's second-tier metros with the quickest growth rate, Kochi serves as Kerala's commercial centre. Today, Ernakulam's growth is moving toward the city's eastern side. Infopark in Kakkanad, Growth of aluva city are some of the examples. As a result, the Kizhakambalam panchayat grows more rapidly. A variety of businesses and new establishments are drawn to this panchayat by the resources that are there. Therefore, appropriate development strategies must be devised to prevent dispersed growth. The growth trend of Ernakulam city is studied and identify the fringe area has more growth potential. To analyze the existing situation of fringe, a primary survey was conducted among households. Finally prepared the strategies to conserve the rural landscape of Kizhakambalam & to promote the healthy development of the fringe. The proposal for planned development of the Kizhakambalam fringe is aimed to protect the fringe from the negative effects of rapid urbanization trends.