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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GLOBAL RESEARCH INNOVATIONS & TECHNOLOGY (IJGRIT) [ Vol. 4 | No. 2 | April - June, 2026 ]

Regional Inequalities in Rural Development: A Geographical Comparison Between Udaipur (Tribal Region) and Kota (Developed Region) in Rajasthan

Dr. Puja Vyas

This research discusses the rural development disparities from a geographical perspective, comparing Udaipur and Kota districts in Rajasthan. Rural development is a multi-faceted issue which encompasses economic, social, infrastructural and quality of life enhancement of rural people. While several government programs are in place, there are still large inter-regional differences, especially between tribal and non-tribal districts. Udaipur, a predominantly tribal district, is a relatively underdeveloped area with a lower literacy level, poor infrastructure and lack of facility. On the other hand Kota is one of the most developed districts in Rajasthan with more developed agriculture, higher literacy and better infrastructure. This paper takes a comparative geographical approach to investigating various indicators of rural development, including education, health, income, irrigation, and communication. The study draws from secondary data survey sources such as the Census, other government publications and statistical handbooks. It reveals the disparities between the regions and the factors responsible for uneven development. The outcome shows that while Kota has made remarkable improvement in most of the development indicators, the growth in Udaipur is restricted because of geographical limitation, socio-economic backwardness and tribal population. The research highlights the need for policy efforts to overcome regional disparities, inadequate infrastructure and adoption of inclusive development models to ensure balanced rural development in Rajasthan.

Vyas, P. (2026). Regional Inequalities in Rural Development: A Geographical Comparison Between Udaipur (Tribal Region) and Kota (Developed Region) in Rajasthan. International Journal of Global Research Innovations & Technology, 04(01), 42–48. https://doi.org/10.62823/IJGRIT/04.02.8855
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Article DOI: 10.62823/IJGRIT/04.02.8855

DOI URL: https://doi.org/10.62823/IJGRIT/04.02.8855


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