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GIS-Based Assessment of Groundwater Vulnerability in Bapatla District, Andhra Pradesh, India Using the SINTACS Model

Sreerama Naik S R, T K Prasad & Jayapal G · Asian Journal of Geographical Research · 2025

The necessity of groundwater in semi-arid regions like Bapatla District, Andhra Pradesh emerges from its role in supporting agricultural activities, together with industrial operations and household needs. The continuing viability of the ecosystem faces serious threats from incre...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajgr/2025/v8i4325

Health Risk Evaluation of Heavy Metals via Dermal Contact (Swimming) in Qua Iboe River, Nigeria

Nsima Amos Akpan, Rosemary Boniface Udombeh, Mfon Bassey Ukpong & Edemidiong Effremfon Bassey · Asian Journal of Geographical Research · 2025

This research was carried out to assess human health risk through dermal exposures to heavy metals (Cadmium, Chromium, Copper, Nickel, Vanadium, Lead and Zinc) in Qua Iboe River, Nigeria. Water samples were collected from five sampling stations in wet and dry seasons for the anal...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajgr/2025/v8i4324

Impact of Sand-bar Movements on Livelihood and Income in River Aie in Assam, India

Aditi Ramchiary & Pulak Das · Asian Journal of Geographical Research · 2025

Showcasing the complexity of understanding interdisciplinarity the study dwells into the learnings from spatial science and from the agrarian change and rural development domain which suggests that in rural economies people are dependent on various livelihood strategies and there...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajgr/2025/v8i4323

Impact of Urban Expansion on Agricultural Land in the Niamey IV Municipal District, Niger

Hadiara YAYE SAIDOU, Haoua BOUBACAR AKALI, Karim ISSA MOUSSA & HASSIMI NAYAMA · Asian Journal of Geographical Research · 2025

Like many major cities in Sub-Saharan Africa, Niamey, the capital of Niger, continues to grow at a sustained pace, pushing the city’s boundaries as far as possible. This growth is accompanied by the consumption of space, leading to significant land transformation. The consequence...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajgr/2025/v8i4322

Mapping and Analysis of Hydro-Morphometric Parameters of Otammiri River Basin in Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria Using Geospatial Technique

Ahuchaogu, U.E, Duru U.U, Ikwuemesi, G.O, Okoroji, A.C, Ugwu, O. & Franklin, E.O · Asian Journal of Geographical Research · 2025

Notwithstanding that Otammiri river basin is one of the most important watersheds in Imo State, its hydrology is not well known. Good understanding of a basin drainage system and morphometry is fundamental for watershed management. Therefore, the aim of this study is to investiga...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajgr/2025/v8i4321

Condition of Housing Infrastructure and Its Impact on Sustainable Urban Development: Assessing Progress Toward SDG 11 in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria

Rufa’i ABUBAKAR · Asian Journal of Geographical Research · 2025

Sokoto Metropolis serves as the focal point of this study, and one of the oldest traditional cities in Nigeria being the seat of the caliphate established by Sheikh Usamnu Danfodiyo in 1804 (Reformer). This study examines basic housing infrastructure in Sokoto Metropolis, focusin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajgr/2025/v8i4319

Land Use Transitions and Bamboo Based Livelihood Diversification in Karbi Anglong, Northeast India

Rebecca Kramsapi, L. Cajee & K.K. Sarma · Asian Journal of Geographical Research · 2025

Land use transitions in ecotonal regions of Northeast India illustrate the dynamic interaction between ecological resources, industrial demand, and livelihood change. This study examines three decades of land use and land cover (LULC) change in Karbi Anglong district, Assam, with...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajgr/2025/v8i4318

Modeling Urban Surface Runoff in Tropical Watersheds Using the SCS-CN Method on Google Earth Engine: Case of the Gourou Basin

KANGA Kouamé Elyass, KOUASSI Kouakou Hervé, TANOH Kouakou Jean- Claude, KONAN Yao Emile Desmond & Konan-Waidhet Arthur Brice · Asian Journal of Geographical Research · 2025

The Gourou watershed, located in the metropolitan region of Abidjan, is highly vulnerable to flooding due to rapid urbanization and the increasing frequency of extreme rainfall events. To address the challenge of runoff estimation in this ungauged tropical urban basin, this study...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajgr/2025/v8i4316

Spatial Analysis of Nutritional and Health Inequalities among Adolescents in Kumbakonam Taluk, Tamil Nadu, India

S.Vadivel, Suganya S, Sankar K & Mayakannan A · Asian Journal of Geographical Research · 2025

Objective: The study aims to assess the nutritional and health status of adolescents aged 13 to 19 in Kumbakonam taluk. it focuses on understanding how wealth, calorie intake, calorie expenditure, and health outcomes vary across different regions, and to identify the socioeconomi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajgr/2025/v8i4317

Assessment of Groundwater Physico-Chemical Properties and Water Quality Zonation in Udalguri District of Assam: A Geospatial and WQI-based Approach

Kuldeep Bora, Fardina Jemin & Sahana Bose · Asian Journal of Geographical Research · 2025

Aims: The study aims to evaluate the groundwater quality of Udalguri district, Assam, with the application of Water Quality Index (WQI) and Geographic Information System (GIS) tools to determine its suitability for drinking purposes. Study Design: A field-based water quality asse...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajgr/2025/v8i4315

Nexus between Crop Diversification, Agricultural Development and Level of Urbanization in Bihar, India: A Regional Level Study

Khursheed Ahmad Khan & Sadaf · Asian Journal of Geographical Research · 2025

Background: Crop diversification has become an important factor in the agrarian economy for increasing agricultural growth, farmer income, and the utilization of natural resources. At both the district and regional levels, crop diversification has progressed unevenly and shown si...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajgr/2025/v8i4314

Healthcare Accessibility in East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, India: Age, Gender, and Socioeconomic Barriers to Primary Health Centre Access

V.Saravanabavan, Carissa Nongspung, C.Vinothini & S.Vadivel · Asian Journal of Geographical Research · 2025

Aims: This study investigates the travel patterns of males and females across different age groups, modes of transport, and socio-economic factors influencing access to Primary Health Centres (PHCs) in the rugged terrain of East Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya. Study Design: A cr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajgr/2025/v8i3313

Identification of Groundwater Potential Zones Using GIS Techniques in East Karbi Anglong District, Assam, India

Latifa Ara Khanam & Santanu Kumar Patnaik · Asian Journal of Geographical Research · 2025

Concept: Over exploitation of groundwater and remarkable changes in climatic history over the years have posed immense pressure on the global groundwater resources. The need of potable water enhanced across the globe for human consumption, industrial purpose, irrigation, agricult...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajgr/2025/v8i3312

Assessing the Impact of Inadequate Solid Waste Management on Disease Prevalence: A Case Study of Ara Municipal Corporation, Bihar, India

Sadaf & Rohit Prakash · Asian Journal of Geographical Research · 2025

In recent years, the topic of the effects of improper municipal solid waste management on health has gained worldwide concern. Due to a lack of funding and resources, this problem is seen to be more prevalent in developing nations than in developed nations. It has been demonstrat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajgr/2025/v8i3311