Spatial analysis of landuse over Idukki district using remote sensing techniques

Use of Landsat imagery for the preparation of small scale thematic maps has proved a quicker and economic device. Visually interpreted Land use categories supported by intensive ground truth have been classified for Idukki district in Kerala State. With this quicker device, Landuse and Land Cover clasess are made, considering all the geographical conditions of the area. The classified map can certainly prove a good tool to the planners for acquiring optimal Land use of the area.