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LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
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structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
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This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
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and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
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Memphis / Nashville Comparison
1. A Community Coalition
On November 2nd, Memphis and Shelby County are poised to take a giant leap
forward. The vote is a move that would unify city and county governments and thereby
produce a completely new animal that is lean and aggressive and will eventually be on
par with our midsize competitors like Nashville. Forty years ago, our neighbor to the east
was a far cry from being a contender against Memphis for attracting professionals or
businesses. Nashville has now outpaced Memphis in a number of critical areas – taxes
and cost of service delivery, growth in new jobs, population expansion and various
city rankings.
The following provides a snapshot of key statistical data as it relates to Nashville’s
post consolidation progress and Memphis’ current standing.
2. A Comparison of Spending
Spent Spent Spent
Per Year Per Year Per Year
For I.T. For Lawyers For H.R.
Memphis/ $ $ $
Shelby County
31
million
19
million
12
million
$ $ $
Nashville 14.5
million
5
million
4.3 million
Information taken from the cities’ official websites.
3. A Comparison of Tax Rates in Tennessee
Nashville, who chose a Metro Government in the 1960’s, delivers services at a combined metro rate
for the same cost as Shelby County provides service to the county. Even if you live in Germantown
or Bartlett, you pay more property tax than Nashville residents.
City County Cumulative
Memphis 3.19 4.02 7.21
Nashville 3.56 .57 4.13
Chattanooga 1.93 2.77 4.70
Knoxville 2.46 2.36 4.82
Information taken from the cities’ official websites.
4. A History of Tax Rates
Nashville, who chose a Metro Government in the 1960’s, delivers services at a combined metro rate
for the same cost as Shelby County provides service to the county.
$8
$7
$6
$5
$4
$3
$2
1988 1990 1992* 1994 1996 1998* 2000 2002 2004 2006 2008 2010*
Tax rates are applied per every $100 of your appraised property value. *Reappraisal year.
5. A Comparison
New Jobs Net New Milken List of # of
Population Growth Income Best-performing Government
(2000-2008) (200 largest cities) (1998-2007) Cities Employees
# # # #
38 46 15 22 6,579
Nashville metro + $2.3 billion Davidson
Population up County
18.2%
# # # #
41 117 134 144 14,792
Memphis metro - $434.9 million Shelby County/
Population up Memphis
6.7%
6. Why Rebuild Government Now?
Over a 10 year period:
• Shelby County lost 47,674 individuals and
$1.9 billion in income
• Shelby County lost 20,000 households and
$1.2 billion in income to MSA* counties
• Memphis MSA has lost 2,530 households and
$162 million in income to Nashville – Less than
50 households moved to Memphis.
• Of the 363 MSAs, we rank #318 in in-migration;
Nashville was #10
*Metropolitan Statistical Area. Information attained from the IRS.
7. A Comparison of Population
Shelby County/Davidson Memphis/Nashville Population Comparison
Population Projections Population
in thousands
for Year 2014
700
Memphis
600 Nashville
500
Davidson County 400
Pop. 890,616 300
200
1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2008 2010
Shelby County Memphis/Nashville MSA Population Comparison
Population
Pop. 885,377 in thousands
Nashville
1,500
MSA
1,400
1,300
1,200 Memphis
1,100 MSA
1,000
900
800
700
600
Source: Decision Data Resources 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2008 2010
*Metropolitan Statistical Area. Information attained from the IRS.
8. A Comparison of PropertyTax
In 1963, our community was 50% larger than Nashville and our taxes were
lower. We voted against a new government and Nashville voted for it. Today,
our taxes are 75% higher and their population is 25% bigger.
5.84
5.59
7.09
7.02
7.47
7.22
Memphis
4.12
4.69
4.13
6.00
3.92
5.70
Nashville
1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2008 Today
9. The Effects
Nashville
• Ranked #1 50 Hottest Cities for Relocation & Expansion
by Expansion Magazine 2005 & 2006
• Ranked one of the fastest growing privately held company areas in America
by Inc. Magazine 2006
• Ranked #16 Top Sports Town by Sporting News 2007
• Ranked #14 Best Cities for Jobs by Forbes 2008
• Ranked #8 as Metro Areas of 200 cities by Market Watch 2008
• Ranked #13 of 350 counties Best Places to Begin a Career by Forbes 2009
• Top 10 Greatest Low-Tax Places to retire by U.S. News & World News 2009
10. The Effects
Nashville
79% Approval Rating for the New Government
One year after the merger, 64% of the public held the consolidated government
in a positive light. Two years later, that figure increased to 79%.
Crime Reduced by 7%
While national average increased by 5%
11. “ ...We have the opportunity
to hit the reset button for
our community...”
–Concerned Citizen
12. A Community Coalition
www.RebuildGovernment.org
www.twitter.com/RebuildGov
www.facebook.com/RebuildGov