Figure 8 Character of Local Streets

Figure 8

Character of Local Streets

Note. The graphic shows the behavior of the Local Streets. From “Understanding the City,” (Unpublished portfolio for Master of Planning) by B. Akhil Vardhan, 2021, CEPT University. Copyright 2021 by B. Akhil Vardhan.

The behavior of Local Streets is quite versatile and very narrow with the presence of public gathering. A lot of women were actively seen in such gatherings, because of this crowded local road there is no scope for allowing any four-wheeler into the neighborhood. Public interactive spaces can generate good harmony in the surroundings.

The street networks in Asarwa region have started from the post Industrialization. Although the network at city level is well placed and has easy access, the networks within the region are not so. It is clearly seen that the arterial roads were planned for development and is experiencing a lot of congestion as it is situated close to the Industrial Estates. The local roads don't see any such planned network, which has also led to poor connectivity. Though the access to residential houses is good, there is no connectivity further. Walkability in the entire region is poor, because of bigger plot sizes. Which leads to higher walkability, which is a difficulty for pedestrians. That means, because there is a bigger block perimeter, pedestrians need more time to travel from one point to the other in Asarwa.