Spatial Analysis of the Road Transport Network for Vehicles in Tuz Khurmatu District Using Modern Geographic Technologies

Abstract

This research aims to study the road network in Tuz Khurmatu District for the year 2024 using modern transport geography technologies. This is achieved by utilizing connectivity indicators to determine the degree of transport network connectivity and assess its efficiency. The study relies on nodes and links analysis using various indicators such as the number of links, the Beta index, the Eta index, and the Gamma index, in addition to the road density index.The research is based on both quantitative and analytical approaches. The road network evaluation was conducted using statistical equations and methods. Among the key findings, the total road network length in Tuz Khurmatu District was found to be 161.27 km, classified into three categories: primary roads (40.7 km), secondary roads (49 km), and tertiary roads (71.57 km). Regarding the connectivity degree of the road network in Tuz Khurmatu, the findings indicated: Beta Index: 0.95, signifying a strong connectivity level.Gamma Index: 0.35, indicating moderate connectivity.As for road density, the results showed: Area-based road density: 104.58 km²/km². Population-based road density: 9.44 km/km per capita.