Abstract
ABSTRACT Infrastructure and sustainable livelihood resilience (SLR) are two major dimensions of regional development, particularly in rural areas. However, in most research, researchers and policymakers have often emphasized and focused on a limited range of infrastructure, primarily highlighting economic growth. The influence of different types of infrastructure on SLR capacity remains uncovered. To address this research gap, this study explores the regional variation and causal relationship between infrastructure and SLR in the rural areas of the Rarh region in India. The study also examines how SLR correlates with different types of infrastructure. In the first stage of the analysis, all datasets were normalized to calculate indices for different types of infrastructure and livelihood capitals. A hot spot analysis was then performed to identify clusters of infrastructure and SLR. In the final stage, principal component analysis was used to determine the components of the infrastructure that significantly influence SLR. Additionally, primary field investigations were also conducted to validate the findings derived from the statistical analysis. The study’s findings indicate wide spatial variation in infrastructure development and unequal capacity for SLR. Moreover, bivariate analysis reveals a positive correlation between SLR and all sub-indices of infrastructure. Overall, the study demonstrates a cause-and-effect relationship between infrastructure and SLR, with improvements in infrastructure leading to the latter’s enhancement.
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