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Suitability Analysis for Human Settlement Areas in the Province of Marinduque, Philippines

Suitability Analysis for Human Settlement Areas in the Province of Marinduque, Philippines

Author:

Mendoza, Stephen David T.; Reboton, Juan Miguel N.; Domino, Lalaine G.; Catajan, Nikolai Mae H.; Nacionales, Nicole; Anghad, Marvin

Abstract

Objectives:

1. Identify suitable settlement areas in the study based on slope and natural waterways

2. Locate basic social services in the study area

3. Trace main road of the study area

4. Determine land cover of the study area

5. Establish restricted area for human settlements on natural waterways and main roads

Results: The most suitable area for human settlements is the Municipality of Sta. Cruz since it is the near to various social services