Walkability challenges and opportunities: A study of Kalaburagi Railway Station vicinity

C Sharanabasappa; Anwar Punekar

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C Sharanabasappa ¹ ² ^* , Anwar Punekar ²

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¹ Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi, Karnataka, INDIA² Malik Sandal Institute of Art & Architecture, Bijapur, Karnataka, INDIA^* Corresponding Author

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This research assesses the walkability of the vicinity surrounding Kalaburagi junction railway station, an important transportation hub located in Karnataka, India. Employing the Ministry of Urban Development (MOUD) methodology, the walkability index was determined to evaluate factors such as pedestrian safety, comfort, and convenience. The calculated score of 0.389 reflects moderate conditions for walking. Nonetheless, challenges including congested, narrow, and obstructed sidewalks, coupled with insufficient safety measures, detract from the pedestrian experience. It is essential to address these issues to cultivate a pedestrian-friendly environment, which can contribute to decreased pollution and traffic congestion, encourage healthy and sustainable modes of transportation, and improve overall safety. The results provide significant insights for urban planners and policymakers, establishing a framework for enhancing pedestrian infrastructure in Kalaburagi and offering a basis for comparison with other cities that prioritize walkability in their urban planning efforts.

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Kalaburagi
walkability score
MOUD
safety

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EUR J SUSTAIN DEV RES, Volume 10, Issue 2, 2026, Article No: em0388

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