Estimating the Urban Sprawl in the Kolkata Metropolitan Area Using the Shannon–Weiner Index and Evenness Index in the Google Earth Engine

Abstract

Abstract Spatial development patterns are studied by urban planners to understand the urban expansion dynamics of cities and propose schemes and policies for the sustainable and integrated development of cities. This study aims to explore the pattern and ... Practical Applications Urban planners study the urban expansion patterns of cities and regions to formulate policies and schemes for the sustainable development of cities. There are various types of urban expansion. When the core of a city becomes ...