Impact Of Agricultural Land Use Changes On Economic And Social Development

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of changes in agricultural land use on economic development, social development, and agricultural income in Sawai Madhopur, India. Through a descriptive and analytical approach, the research aims to understand the complex relationships between agricultural land use changes and various socio-economic outcomes. The research objectives include analyzing the impact of changes in agricultural land use on economic development, assessing the relationship between these changes and social development, and evaluating the effect on agricultural income. Methodologically, the study adopts Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) to analyze data collected from a sample population of 300 agricultural landowners and stakeholders in Sawai Madhopur. The findings reveal significant relationships between changes in agricultural land use and economic development, social development, and agricultural income, as evidenced by the parameter estimates obtained from the SEM analysis. The study concludes that alterations in agricultural land use have a substantial impact on the economic and social fabric of Sawai Madhopur, with implications for policy-making and sustainable agricultural practices. Future research should focus on longitudinal studies to monitor the long-term effects of agricultural land use changes and explore interventions for promoting sustainable development in the region. Keywords: agricultural land use, economic development, social development, agricultural income, Structural Equation Modelling, Sawai Madhopur.