(In) visible spaces as fractals of an ethnically inclusive city. Case of Siliguri- The corridor to India

Abstract

Several cities have experienced residential segregation, and common interaction spaces have come to the rescue. However, little is known about ethnic (in) visible interaction spaces in India. By extracting data from the electoral roll assisted by primary survey, this study analyses ethnic interaction spaces across three differing wards in Siliguri City. The ethnic mapping reveals the relationship between spatial interaction features and settlement. To our awareness, this is the first spatial level study assessed in India that highlights planning ethnically fitting spaces grounded on residents’ lived practices.