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2.1 LOCATION AND LINKAGES.......4
2.2 PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS.5
2.3 HISTORY........6
2.4 DEMOGRAPHIC CHARACTERISTICS........7
2.4.1 POPULATION TRENDS AND GROWTH RATE.7
2.4.2 DENSITY.8
2.4.3 WARD WISE POPULATION OF CITY.8
2.4.4 PROVISIONAL POPULATION TOTALS.9
2.4.5 SLUM POPULATION11
2.5 ECONOMIC BASE AND OCCUPATIONAL PATTERN..12
2.6 LAND USE PATTERN.13
3.1 TRADE & COMMERCE.14
3.2 INDUSTRIES17
STATE POLICY..17
3.3 TOURISM.18
3.3.1 TOURISM RESOURCES..18
3.3.2 LIST OF FAIRS & FESTIVALS IN THE DISTRICT20
3.3.3 LIST OF HOTELS IN THE CITY...20
3.4 TRANSPOTATION21
4.1 PHYSICAL FEATURES26
4.2 CLIMATIC STUDY26
4.3 RESIDENTIAL AREA..26
4.4 COMMERCIAL AREA26
4.5 INDUSTRIAL AREA.27
4.6 INSTITUTIONAL AREA.27
4.7 RECREATIONAL AREA.27
4.8 CONCLUSION27


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Figure 2. 1 Bulandshahr District Map.................................................................................................... 4
Figure 2. 2 Bulandshahr River Map ....................................................................................................... 5
Figure 2. 3 Bulandshahr Municipal Corporation Map ......................................................................... 10
Figure 2. 4 Bulandshahr Master Plan 2021 .......................................................................................... 10
Figure 3. 1 Bulandshahr Map............................................................................................................... 14
Figure 3. 2 Khurja Pottery ................................................................................................................... 19
Figure 3. 3 Anoopshahr Ganga Ghat ................................................................................................... 19
Figure 3. 4 Bulandshahr Tourist Map .................................................................................................. 19
Figure 3. 5 Ahar ................................................................................................................................... 19
Figure 3. 6 Bulandshahr Railway Map ................................................................................................ 21
Figure 3. 7 Bulandshahr Road Map ..................................................................................................... 21

Table 2. 1 Population Growth Rate (1901-2011)................................................................................... 7
Table 2. 2 Ward Wise Population .......................................................................................................... 8
Table 2. 3 Ward Wise Slum Population............................................................................................... 11
Table 2. 4 Landuse Pattern ................................................................................................................... 13
Table 3. 1 Existing Micro & Small Enterprises & Artisan Units in the District.. ..17

Chart 2. 1 Rural to Urban Migration ...................................................................................................... 7
Chart 2. 2 0-6 Population ....................................................................................................................... 9
Chart 2. 3 Literates ................................................................................................................................. 9
Chart 2. 4 Landuse Pattern ................................................................................................................... 13


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1. SUMMARY
Introduction
The city of Bulandshahr is one of the important regional centre of National Capital Region. The city
has experienced rapidly growth in last two decades & the growth is expected to continue in future as
well. It is an important trade & commerce centre & an administrative headquarter of Bulandshahr
District.

Aim
To understand the potential of different sectors of city.

Objectives
To study the existing characteristics of different sectors.
To identify the potential sectors for future development.
To identify the problems of future development.

Scope
The study includes the assessment of the growth of different sectors. It also includes the growth of
the town after district hood, function of the town as district headquarters & service town &
relationship of the town in regional context.

Methodology
The first part is to study the existing characteristics of different sectors.
Second part is to identify & understand the potentialities of the town in terms of different sectors.
The later part is to identify the problems & constraints of different sectors for future development.


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2. DEVELOPMENT PARAMETERS
2.1 LOCATION AND LINKAGES

Bulandshahr is a commercial town and district Head Quarter of Bulandshahr District of Meerut Zone
in Uttar Pradesh. It is also an important regional centre of National Capital Region. The city of
Bulandshahr is situated on National Highway -91 at about 70 Kms from Delhi. Bulandshahr is
geographically located at 28
o
22 to 28
o
25 North Latitude and 77
o
49 to 77
o
52 East longitude.

Figure 2. 1 Bulandshahr District Map Source: www.mapsofindia.com

Bulandshahr City is connected with Delhi (in North) and Aligarh (in South) by NH 91. There are 3
State Highway which connects it to other cities, State highway-65 to Garhmukteshwar, State
highway-18 to Narora and State highway-34 to Meerut. It is situated on the Meerut-Khurja Northern
Railway Branch Line. This branch line is also connected with Delhi- Howrah main line via
Bulandshahr and Khurja Junctions. The city falls under the jurisdiction of Bulandshahr Municipal
Corporation having a total area of about 1235 hect.
DELHI
ALIGARH

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2.2 PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

The river Kali enters the city from north
east corner, flow towards south,
Bulandshahr is situated on the right bank
of the Kali River and extension has come
up on the other side of the Kali River.
Ground level at Bulandshahr varies from
150m to 155m. Eastern Portion of the
town is a mound known as Upper Kote
which is 5 high then general areas. The
remaining portion of the town is generally
level having a general slope towards Kali
River. Figure 2. 2 Bulandshahr River Map Source: www.mapsofindia.com
The climate of the city is dry and healthy, intensely hot during summer and quiet and during winter.
Summer season stays March to June, rainy season is from June to October and winter season starts
from November to February. The minimum temperature generally ranges from 7
o
C (January) to 26
o
C (May) and the maximum temperature from around 22
o
C (January) to 42
o
C (May).
The average rainfall is 732 mm and is generally limited to the months from June to September. Dust
and thunderstorms occur frequently in summer season while occasional fog occurs in the winter.
Geologically, the city forms a part of the Indo-Gangetic Alluvium, which consists of sand, clay,
Kankar and reh. In the city, the strata consist of mainly sandy soil. The depth of sub soil water varies
from about 25M. in Upper Kote area to about 6M. in the lower reaches, the quality of subsoil water
is satisfactory and the same is easily available.
There is no mineral found in the District.
A forest Area of 7795 Hectare covers the Bulandshahr District. This mainly comprises Mango,
Guava & other Fruits Orchids.


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2.3 HISTORY

The history of Bulandshahr begins even before 1200 B.C. This region is nearer to the capital of
Pandavas - Indraprasth and Hastinapur. After of decline of Hastinapur, Ahar which is situated in the
north east of district Bulandshahr became an important place for Pandavas. With passes of time the
king Parma made a fort on this part of region and a king named Ahibaran laid the foundation of a
tower called Baran (Bulandshahr). Since it was perched on a highland it came to be known as high
city which was translated into Persian language as Bulandshahr. At present this is called by this
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2.4 DEMOGRAPHIC CHARACTERISTICS

2.4.1 POPULATION TRENDS AND GROWTH RATE

The population of Bulandshahr city was 1.7 lakhs as per the Census 2001 and 2.3 lakhs in 2011 with
the decadal growth rate of 26.3 per cent. During the post-independence period city showed a
phenomenal increase because of rural to urban migration.

City has shown high rate of population growth in past seven decades, the lowest decadal growth rate
was 0.65 per cent during 1911-21 and the maximum of 45.24 per cent during 1951-61. The average
growth rate of city is 25.90 per cent per decade.
Year Population Growth Rate (%)
1901 18959
1911 19383 2.24
1921 19509 0.65
1931 24989 27.62
1941 29701 19.29
1951 37496 26.24
1961 54461 45.24
1971 73063 34.16
1981 103436 41.57
1991 127201 22.98
2001 176425 38.7
2011 222826 26.3
Table 2. 1 Population Growth Rate (1901-2011) Source: Census 2001 & 2011

0
50
100
150
200
250
1901 1921 1941 1961 1981 2001
Rural to Urban
Migration
Chart 2. 1 Rural to Urban Migration
Source: Census 2001 & 2011

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2.4.2 DENSITY

The administrative limit of the Bulandshahr Municipal Council encompass an area of 1235 hect with
a population density of about 143 person per hectare as per the 2001 census and 180 person per
hectare in 2011. The core city area of city has high population density and outer growth and colonial
area has low density.

2.4.3 WARD WISE POPULATION OF CITY

The city is divided into 32 wards but the distribution of population is non-uniform in the city. The
ward number 8,13,15,23 and 32 has concentration of population.
War
d
No.
Ward Population Density Ward
No.
Ward Population Densi
ty
1 Bhur 9951 240 17 Devi Pura Second 6465 498
2 Sushila Vihar 10751 257 18 Sarai Lodhgaan 7808 84
3 Devi Pura
First
4621 449 19 Shastri Nagar 5246 148
4 Yamuna
Puram
10179 115 20 Civil Lines First 5140 135
5 Chandpur 6812 44 21 Shivpuri 6129 115
6 Radha Nagar 7015 355 22 Arajiyat 4326 135
7 Awas Vikas
Second
10585 90 23 Devi Pura Third 5173 897
8 Islamabad 7366 765 24 Bhagwanpura 6028 574
9 Awas Vikas
First
6476 198 25 Mustafagarhi 9556 144
10 Taanda 9802 264 26 Surya nagar 9110 76
11 Shanti
Niketan
7452 111 27 Civil Line Second 5420 175
12 Saatha First 5772 304 28 Ita Rodi 4823 403
13 Shekh Sarai 5280 615 29 Mirchi Tola 5653 702
14 Saatha
Second
6874 526 30 Saraikaji 5712 285
15 Saraidhari 6456 1282 31 Narsalghat 5676 907
16 Harishchandra
Nagar
6384 457 32 Rukan Sarai 8765 784
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2.4.4 PROVISIONAL POPULATION TOTALS

State
Name
District
Code
Name of Urban
Agglomeration/City
Level Population Sex
Ratio
Child
Sex
Ratio
(0-6
Years
Effective Literacy Rate
(7+Pop)
Persons Males Females Persons Males Females
UTTAR
PRADESH
11 Bulandshahr UA UA 235,310 123,549 111,761 905 820 78.37 85.16 70.97

Chart 2. 2 0-6 Population
Source: Census 2011

57%
43%
Males
Females
0-6 Population
Persons Males Females
30,886 16,966 13,920
Literates
Persons Males Females
160,203 90,761 69,442
55%
45% Males
Females
Chart 2. 3 Literates
Source: Census 2011

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Figure 2. 3 Bulandshahr Municipal Corporation Map
Source: Bulandshahr Municipal Corporation

Figure 2. 4 Bulandshahr Master Plan 2021
Source: Bulandshahr Master Plan 2021


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2.4.5 SLUM POPULATION

The Bulandshahr city has 21 notified slums. As per statistics from district urban Development
Agency (DUDA), the total slum population in the city was around 85000 in 2001. This accounts for
more than 48% of the total population of the city. More than 80% of the population in these slums
belongs to SC/CT categories. The slums are mainly concentrated in the south-eastern part of the city
limits. Some villages are also identified as a slum like Bhur, Chandpur by which the proportion of
slum population in total population is high.

S.No. Name of Slum Area Population S.No. Name of Slum Area Population
1 Bhur 4264 12 Saraikaji 2305
2 Devi Pura First 10679 13 Narsalghat 1936
3 Chandpur 3479 14 Rukan Sarai 2305
4 Radha Nagar 2827 15 Najimpura 1461
5 Islamabad 467 16 Kothiyat 2615
6 Taanda 4569 17 Kailashpuri 801
7 Devi Pura Second 4093 18 Saatha 11318
8 Sarai Lodhgaan 683 19 Syana Road 685
9 Shastri Nagar 2121 20 Kanjar Basti 745
10 Mustafagarhi 1936 21 Dhamera Road 467
11 Surya Nagar 1157
Table 2. 3 Ward Wise Slum Population Source: Statistics from DUDA


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2.5 ECONOMIC BASE AND OCCUPATIONAL PATTERN

The economic strength, weakness and dynamism of a city are reflected in the occupational character
and workforce. Therefore, an analysis of these characteristics can be helpful in assessing the
economic base of the city. Bulandshahr is basically a commercial city.
As per the census 2001 almost 66.51% work force involved in tertiary sector and in 2011 almost
64.35% of total work force involved in tertiary sector which show that most of work force was
engaged in tertiary sector.
City has some small-scale and house hold industries and also one Sugar industry near railway station.
The commercial areas have been developed along the main streets of the city. At present city has
2886 commercial establishment. Kala Aam, Chowk bajar, Fateh Ganj, Ansari Road and Diputy Ganj
etc are main market areas which are mainly operating from lower floors of Residential premises on
the ground floor or the first floor without any official or legal approval. This has created several
problems for the master plan related program, indicating the need to develop Commercial
complexes.
Bulandshahr is an emerging industrial area.
An atomic power plant, one among five such power plants in India, is located in nearby Narora. The
plant, located near the Ganges, is of critical and strategic importance to India.
Khurja, a nearby town is famous for its pottery industry.
The neighbouring town of Sikanderabad has an industrial area developed by UPSIDC, with
ceramics, paper and paraffin wax manufacturing units.
Bulandshahr is famous for dairy farms. Milk and milk products from here are exported to Delhi,
Punjab and Rajasthan. The main dairy plants include Parag, Param, Gopaljee and Madhusudan.


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2.6 LAND USE PATTERN

The land use pattern of Bulandshahr Municipal Council clearly shows that there is very insignificant
industrial activity. Residential area constitutes the major portion of the land use. The public and
semi-public use has 113.16 hectare which constitute 9.94% of total land.

Landuse Area (Hect.) Percentage
Built-up 340.56 29.92
Residential 274.12 24.08
Commercial 60.32 5.30
Industrial 57.35 5.04
Public Semi-Public 113.16 9.94
Transport 147 12.91
Park & Play Ground 66.02 5.80
Other 79.73 7.00
Total 1138.26 100
Table 2. 4 Landuse Pattern Source: Bulandshahr Master Plan 2021

Built-up; 29%
Residential; 24%
Commercial; 5%
Industrial; 5%
Public Semi-
Public; 10%
Transport; 13%
Park & Play
Ground; 6%
Other;
8%
Chart 2. 4 Landuse Pattern

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3. EXISTING CHARACTERISTICS OF DIFFERENT SECTORS
3.1 TRADE & COMMERCE

Bulandshahr city is a major commercial centre of Uttar Pradesh. Total area under commercial use is
60 Ha (5%) of the total city area. Commercial areas are mainly situated at the centre of the city and
along the major routes. There are presently 2886 registered shops in Bulandshahr. The main category
of shops includes grains, general items, vegetables, clothes & timber. There are 3 wholesale markets
grains, fruits & vegetables. U.P. government has established a wholesale grain market, vegetable &
fruit market at Anoopshahr road of about 50 Acres, which is used to sell the products from nearby
villages. In several newly developed areas, commercial areas are mainly developed along the main
roads. Kala aam, Chowk bazar, Fateh ganj, Ansari road, Deputy ganj etc. are the main commercial
centres of the city.
Figure 3. 1 Bulandshahr Map
Source: www.maps.google.co.in

KALA AAM
DEPUTY GANJ
CHOWK BAZAR
FATEH GANJ
ANSARI ROAD

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Issue- Rapid increase in commercial activities along the roads is giving birth to encroachment
which is leading to traffic problems & improper development.
Potential- increase in employment generation, absorption of local products, increases an income
of the people.
Future need & requirement- better infrastructure, more organized market in localities,
management by municipal council, space requirement.

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3.2 INDUSTRIES

The industrial sector at present is not contributing a lot to the economic sector in Bulandshahr city.
But, the promotion of industrial sector has been done by the Government through providing different
industrial policies. Industrial establishments in the city of Bulandshahr are mainly of Steel
Fabrication, Agro Based, and Readymade Garments & Embroidery.
STATE POLICY

Industrial Policy of state was introduced in 2004. Industrial areas with infrastructure facilities of
adequate power and water supply were one of the clauses. Attractive incentives under this policy
have been proposed. There are about 5565 registered industrial units in Uttar Pradesh. Creation of
State wide network with a central control mechanism under this policy is found.

Table 3. 1 Existing Micro & Small Enterprises & Artisan Units in the District
Source: DIC, Bulandshahr
Issue- Infrastructure, Lack of entrepreneurship & Ignorance of commercial value.

Potential- Availability of cheap raw materials at lower price, Easy marketing, Agro based
industries and handloom & handicraft had a potential in the town.
Future need & requirement- Employment generation by encouraging entrepreneur,
Organizational set up for imparting know-how related to industries, some light and medium
industries are required for employment generation.

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3.3 TOURISM

In recent times Tourism has emerged as one of the few economic alternatives to develop The State
economy. It has been recognized as an important sector for the development on account of its
potential for generating income and employment. Bulandshahr ranks 21 out of 42 tourist destinations
of Uttar Pradesh.
About 2,250 fairs are held every year in Uttar Pradesh.
The explorations in Bulandshahr have been a delightful experience. This is the charming land of
ancient ruins & historical rivers.
The ancient ruins found at places Bhatora Veerpur, Ghalibpur etc. are symbolic of antiquity of
Bulandshahr. There are several other important places in Bulandshahr from where statues of
medieval age and objects of ancient temples had been founded.
3.3.1 TOURISM RESOURCES
1

Tourism resources identified in and around Bulandshahr are as follows:

1. Khurja is located at a distance of approximately 17 km away from the main city of
Bulandshahr. This is a famous pottery town which is situated on the main GT Road
connecting the destination with Aligarh. This ceramic town is also known for its sweet,
especially Khurchan. There are more than 500 factories in Khurja which produce ceramic
works and pottery.

2. Sikandrabad is mainly an industrial area, which is located around 18 km from the city of
Bulandshahr. All types of paints, pharmaceuticals, textiles, cement, electronic and steel
industries are located in this industrial area.

3. Chola is a small village located within the district of Bulandshahr and is famous for its
Bibcol Chola Polio Vaccine factory. This factory works in collaboration with a Russian
company and comes under Sikandrabad Mandal. It is situated at about 16 km from
Sikandrabad and around 11 km from Bulandshahr.

4. Belon is a small village which is famous for the old temple of Goddess Belon. This temple is
usually crowded by tourists during the months of October through March.

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5. Anoopshahr is a small town which is considered to be a prominent pilgrimage centre place,
because of the Ganges River flowing from here.

6. Ahar is located on the banks of Ganges River and is known for ancient temples of Lord
Shiva and Goddess Avantika.

7. Karnavas in Bulandshahr holds historical significance. During the time of Mahabharata,
King Karna used to donate 50 kg of gold daily. Tourists can also visit an old temple of
Goddess Kalyani, which datings back to Mahabharata period.

8. Valipura is a very small scenic village located on the banks of the river, near the Van Chetna
Kendra Centre. This centre is managed by the forest department of the state government.

Figure 3. 2 Khurja Pottery

Figure 3. 4 Bulandshahr Tourist Map
Source: www.mapsofindia.com
Source: my.opera.com
Figure 3. 3 Anoopshahr Ganga Ghat
Source: wikimapia.org
Figure 3. 5 Ahar
KHURJA
AHAR
ANOOPSHAHR

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3.3.2 LIST OF FAIRS & FESTIVALS IN THE DISTRICT
2

S.No. Places
1. District Exhibition at Bulandshahr Town
2. Holi Mela at Sikandrabad
3. Ganga Snan Mela at Ganga Ghat, Anoopshahr & Narora
4. Ramlila Mela at Khurja
5. Ancient Property of Lalkhani Family
6. Shaheedo ka Mela at Gulawathi

3.3.3 LIST OF HOTELS IN THE CITY
3

Issue- Accommodation, Transportation & Tourist safety.

Potential- Unique heritage glimpse, Scope for tourism village & Potential for Commercial
tourism
Future needs and requirements- Generate employment, Provision of more
infrastructural facilities & increase in tourist activities.

2
Revised Draft Report: Master Plan for Development of Tourism in the U.P. NCR VOLUME I I
December 09
3
Revised Draft Report: Master Plan for Development of Tourism in the U.P. NCR VOLUME I I
December 09

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3.4 TRANSPOTATION

Bulandshahr city has one railway station from where there are trains to Meerut, Delhi, Khurja and
Allahabad. It is situated on the Meerut-Khurja Northern Railway Branch Line. This branch line is
also connected with Delhi- Howrah main line via Bulandshahr and Khurja Junctions.
It has an inter-state bus terminal with regular bus services to important towns in neighboring
districts.
Bulandshahr City is connected with Delhi (in North) and Aligarh (in South) by NH 91. There are 3
State Highway which connects it to other cities, State highway-65 to Garhmukteshwar, State
highway-18 to Narora and State highway-34 to Meerut.

The transportation within the city has two major players, they are the auto rickshaw and Cycle
rickshaw. The cycle rickshaw is preferred if one is travelling less distance up to 2 km. The other
means of transport is the auto rickshaw, which are covering all the bus stands & railway station. The
auto rickshaws have not installed meters & are running on sharing basis.
Government Buses and taxis are the main mode of Inter district transport & private buses are main
mode of intercity transport.
Nearest airport is situated in Delhi

Issues- Lack of bus maintenance, Lack of workshops for heavy vehicles, Shortage of manpower &
Lack of qualified Personnels

Potential- Employment generation, Increase an income, Introduction of more buses in the city
Future needs and requirements- Public transport corporation
Figure 3. 7 Bulandshahr Road Map Figure 3. 6 Bulandshahr Railway Map
Source: www.mapsofindia.com Source: www.mapsofindia.com

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3.5 ANIMAL HUSBANDARY
4

Animal husbandry sector is of vital importance in generating additional employment Opportunities
and supplementing income to peoples. Mostly peasants and agricultural Laborers are engaged in
cattle rearing and allied activities. According to 18th quinquennial Census 2007 cattles, chickens,
pigs, goats and dogs are the five best backyard livestock animal.
According to the Livestock Census of 1993 the milch animals (cows and buffaloes) accounted for a
total of 4.90 lakh animals in district Bulandshahr. The total population of cows and buffaloes are
165102 and 1109638 respectively and breedable cows and buffaloes are 57356 and 576596
respectively. Besides this district have 8073 sheep, 169199 goats and 39277 pigs. The production of
meat is estimated about 6.72 lakh kg. This area has scope to develop in the district. Poultry is another
area which has a great scope. There were 182398 birds which produced around 132.28 lakh eggs per
year. There is a good demand in the district itself and in Delhi which is near to the district. Therefore,
there is no marketing problem and also no feeding problem. Thus great potential is seen in this sector

Table 4. 2 Details of Livestock Source: Sankhyakiya Patrika, Bulandshahr, 2006

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Another area which has sufficient potential is fisheries. The district has 50 ponds with an area of 850
ha. Of which 467 ha have been developed and remaining 45 per cent is to be developed. These ponds
are controlled by Gram Panchayats. It is important to highlight that Bulandshahr district is known as
Milk Belt of U.. It is a subsidiary occupation and involves a sizeable population of rural areas.
There are 887 milk producers societies and 13 milk routes covering 950 villages. Near about 24
private dairy plants are working and they producing cheese, ghee and butter, etc. Marketing of milk
and milk products is no problem in the district.

Issue- Infrastructure, Lack of proper training, Ignorance of commercialization & Lack of
entrepreneurship.

Potential- Backyard livestock and poultry rearing, Opening of livestock farm, Location of milk
chilling plant & Scope for subsidiary occupation.

Future needs and requirements- Technical assistance, Increase in fodder crops & Animal
health and insurance cover.


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3.6 FOREST


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3.7 AGRICULTURE


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POTENTIAL IN DIFFERENT SECTORS
4.1 PHYSICAL FEATURES

Bulandshahr district is situated between Ganga and Yamuna rivers & lies between at 28
o
22 to 28
o

25 North Latitude and 77
o
49 to 77
o
52 East longitude. It is bounded on the West by Upper Ganga
Canal & on the East by Existing Industrial Units & proposed Group Housings. On the South & North
directions there are large farm lands & orchards. Consequently, the growth of the town is open
mainly towards South-east direction.

4.2 CLIMATIC STUDY

The climate of Bulandshahr is hot & humid in summers (reaching a maximum of 42
0
C) while the
winter months are extreme cool (reaching a minimum of 4
0
C). Dust and thunderstorms occur
frequently in summer season while occasional fog occurs in the winter.

4.3 RESIDENTIAL AREA

The total area under residential use is 274.12 Hact., which comprises of 24.08 % of the total landuse.
Development of government & private functions generated a demand for housing of government
employees & private employees.
As the NCR Planning Board has proposed several projects in this region & it is already a large
Commercial Centre therefore in this region housing demand will raise in coming time.

4.4 COMMERCIAL AREA

In Bulandshahr, shops are relatively adequate most of them being retail shop. It has followed the
same pattern as seen in most of the other towns in the country. Grain trading & Handicrafts (zari
work) are the main activities which play an important role in the citys economy. Shops have come
up along the major arteries of movement & the core area of the city & there is no organized shopping
centre except Ansari road & Chowk Bazaar. Total area under commercial use is 60.32 Hect., which
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4.5 INDUSTRIAL AREA

However there is potential for agro based small scale industries there is no industrial estate in the
city. Due to lack of power entrepreneurship & mobilization of industrial infrastructure, no industrial
estates have been established. Total area under industries is 57.35 Hact., which is 5.04 % percent of
the total landuse area. There is possibility of establishing agro based & resource based industrial
estate in the city to meet the immediate need of the people.

4.6 INSTITUTIONAL AREA

Institution from the development point of view includes schools, colleges, hospitals, hostels, cultural
& historical places. There is scope for expansion of these institutions like cultural centre, community
hall, cinema hall & a number of other educational institutions are coming up which will require a
considerable portion of the development. Total area under institutional is 113.16 Hact., which is
9.94 % percent of the total landuse area.

4.7 RECREATIONAL AREA

Though Bulandshahr is the districts headquarter there are not many facilities for recreation. At
present there are very limited options of play lots. That is why children used to play wherever they
want which is insecure. Therefore proper assessment should be made for proposing more areas under
recreational use. Total area under recreation is 66.02 Hact., which is 5.80 % percent of the total
landuse area.

4.8 CONCLUSION

Due to rapid establishment of different industrial units & retail shops, the construction could not
keep pace with the rapid expansion. Moreover land for several activities like institutions has almost
reached its saturation point.
From the above analysis we find that almost all the developable areas in the existing area have
developed during the past two decades. This is due to haphazard growth & development of different
areas. Activities will continue as long as urban continue.

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DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL OF BULANDSHAHR CITY

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