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Yash Kotgirwar

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The Old Planned Livable Precinct : Arera Colony, Bhopal

Bhopal, Capital of Madhya Pradesh, combines scenic beauty, historicity and modern urban planning. The city is also known as the “City of Lakes” due to the number of manmade lakes. The precinct of Arera Colony is in the centre a bit south of the city. Arera Colony is near Habib Ganj Station and, M.P.Nagar which is the business district and have gone about as an impetus in the improvement of the area. The planned streets in Arera Colony are really walkable. The streets have trees on either side which make the road calm and quiet. Arera Colony is described by a variety of land use and built structures. The region has all social amenities at walkable distance. It is likewise ruled with row houses as they are the most affordable. There is a proper measure of open spaces as parks and play areas which straightforwardly influences the everyday environments of the individuals dwelling in Arera Colony in a positive way.


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Bhopal at a Glimpse!

Evolution of the city : Bhopal

Street Network and Walkability of Streets : Arera Colony

Chapter 3: Built-form and Land Use of Arera Colony

Locational Advantage and Land Use of the Precinct : Arera Colony

Public Realm in Arera Colony

Comparing Public Spaces with other precincts

Comparing 50 years old precincts

Conclusion