Exploring Tourism Hotspots and Their Socioeconomic Implications in Goa: A GIS and Statistical Analysis

Authors: Rajashekara Murthy M. S.

Country: India

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Abstract: This study investigates the spatial distribution of tourism hotspots and their socioeconomic implications in Goa, using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and statistical analysis. The research aims to identify key tourism regions and assess their impact on local economies, focusing on indicators such as tourist footfall, employment rates, income levels, and infrastructure development. The findings reveal significant disparities across regions, with North Goa emerging as the dominant tourism destination, characterized by higher tourist footfall, better infrastructure, and higher socioeconomic benefits. In contrast, regions like East Goa lag in these areas, highlighting the uneven distribution of tourism benefits. The study also emphasizes the role of seasonality, noting substantial declines in tourism during the monsoon season, particularly in less developed regions. By exploring different types of tourism activities, the research identifies opportunities for promoting eco-tourism and cultural tourism in underrepresented regions, which could help in distributing the economic benefits more evenly. The broader implications of the study underscore the importance of adopting more equitable and sustainable tourism development strategies, with a focus on infrastructure improvements and diversification of tourism offerings. The methodology and insights from this research provide a framework that can be adapted for similar studies in other regions facing challenges related to uneven tourism development.

Keywords: Tourism hotspots, socioeconomic impacts, GIS, sustainable development, seasonality, regional development

Paper Id: 230994

Published On: 2018-09-03

Published In: Volume 6, Issue 5, September-October 2018

Cite This: Exploring Tourism Hotspots and Their Socioeconomic Implications in Goa: A GIS and Statistical Analysis - Rajashekara Murthy M. S. - IJIRMPS Volume 6, Issue 5, September-October 2018.

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