An Analytical Study of Land Use and Transportation Scenario in Dhaka for Transit-Oriented Development: Steering Toward Sustainability

Transit-oriented development (TOD) is a revolutionary planning approach that fosters economic, environmental, and social sustainability by seamlessly integrating land use and transportation planning. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the impact of Dhaka’s land use and transportation on the implementation of TOD. Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, faces serious challenges that affect residents’ quality of life and hinder sustainable development. The growing population and uncontrolled urbanization make it necessary to reevaluate the current situation. Therefore, data from a questionnaire survey and reliable secondary sources were collected to obtain a clear picture. After a detailed analysis of the collected data, this study comprehensively assessed Dhaka’s land use and transportation scenario, including public transportation, land use patterns, and mobility trends. It also evaluates the feasibility of TOD implementation and the role of sustainable transportation and land use planning in supporting TOD. Moreover, this study identifies the challenges and barriers to TOD implementation. Nevertheless, this research provides a valuable contribution to understanding Dhaka’s land use and transportation, supporting the potential of TOD. Finally, it offers practical recommendations for policymakers, transportation planners, and stakeholders interested in improving the urban footprint and promoting sustainable development through integrated land use and transportation planning. This study also discusses some limitations in the future scope of the study.