Urban Morphology and Its Master Plan of Jaipur City

Rajendra Prasad Kumawat; Rajesh Kumar M. Damor

doi:10.63960/sp.2026.sijmds.3.1.87

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Rajendra Prasad Kumawat Department of Geography Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India Author

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The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper.
Dr. Rajesh Kumar M. Damor Department of Geography Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India Author

Competing Interests

The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper.

https://doi.org/10.63960/sp.2026.sijmds.3.1.87

Keywords:

Jaipur, Urban morphology, Historical urban growth, Urban sprawl, Land Use Change, Population Growth

Abstract

An examination of Jaipur’s urban form reveals how the city’s geography, history, and planning philosophies have collectively shaped its unique spatial and cultural identity. Strategically located along the Aravalli hills and Banas River valley, Jaipur benefited from natural defenses, fertile soil, and water resources, influencing both its early settlement and ongoing urban development. The city’s evolution unfolded in three major phases: its founding in 1727 by Sawai Jai Singh II, characterized by prominent public structures like Jantar Mantar and a gridiron street plan; the 19th-century expansion under Sawai Pratap Singh and Maharaja Ram Singh II, when development extended beyond walled limits with significant architectural projects; and a more recent phase marked by growth amid challenges. While initial planning emphasized environmental harmony, social hierarchy, and aesthetic considerations, modern issues such as urban sprawl, unregulated land use, and infrastructure deficits threaten its historic fabric. Addressing these concerns necessitates integrated urban management strategies that promote sustainable densification, heritage conservation, and inclusive governance. Leveraging advanced spatial technologies and socio-economic research will be vital in balancing rapid urbanization with heritage preservation. Jaipur exemplifies a deliberate, harmonious approach to urban planning that marries traditional wisdom with contemporary needs, offering valuable insights for similar historic cities worldwide.

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