Land use land cover change detection: A case study: Khartoum state, Sudan, 1972 -2006

Hilmi H.S.M, Sedahmad S.A.

Abstract

 

 

Accepted 3^rd November, 2014

 

This study attempt to detect the land use land cover change in Khartoum state between 1970-2006 using remote sensing technology, geographical information system and multi temporal imagery to estimate the area of each class of land use in 1972, 1986, 2000 and 2006 . Observations of land use trend and land cover change lead to find the possible reasons behind these changes. The research findings showed 17.07% growth in settlement area while vegetation areas were decreasing 12.17%. 1972-2000. Recommendations were made for optimum benefit from the study in future land use planning and studies.

 

Keywords: Remote sensing, geographical information system, multi temporal imagery.

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