Typology of Local Community Mental Patterns Regarding the Effects and Consequences of Transforming Babamonir Village into a City

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1 Department of Human Geography and Planning, Faculty of Geography, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.

2 Department of Human Geography and Planning, Faculty of Geography, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran

10.22059/jrd.2024.378537.668863

Abstract

The transformation of villages into urban centers has led to an increase in the number of rurbans across the country, which often face many problems. Babamonir village in Mamasani county (Fars province) is an example of this, which has been converted into a city in recent years. Therefore, the aim of this study is to ascertain the mental patterns of the local community regarding the repercussions and implications of transforming Babamonir village into a city.
The research methodology is a hybrid approach that employs the Q methodology. The discourse space has been compiled through library studies and a systematic review of previous research. A sample of 60 participants was intentionally chosen to assess the Q-charts. In the quantitative data analysis section, exploratory factor analysis was employed to synthesize the statements and identify the mental patterns of the participants.
The research results indicate that the positive effects and consequences of transforming Babamonir village into a city can be classified into four mental patterns: the development of physical infrastructure and the organization of the physical fabric, the development of services and facilities, and  development of the physical fabric. Additionally, the adverse consequences and repercussions of transforming Babamonir village into a city were categorized into five mental patterns, which include: Failure to enhance the economic situation, Increase in costs and living expenses, A decrease in social trust and cohesion, an increase in physical-environmental challenges, Loss of traditions and indigenous housing patterns.
The results of the research indicate that from the perspective of the local community, the conversion of Babamonir village into a city has had both positive and negative effects and consequences.  from the local community's perspective. The development of physical infrastructure and services has enhanced living conditions in terms of physical structure. However, in terms of social and economic aspects, there has been little or no success, and conditions have even worsened.

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