Impact of Urban Morphology on Transportation Preferences in Fostering the Sustainable Development of Emerging Urban Centers in South Bengal

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Urban morphology studies define how settlements are formed to support human activities. Population, urban activity, and land use can influence transportation choices, such as decreased public transit availability in high-density locations due to increased expenses. The research gap between urban morphology and transport preferences leading to issues in Indian cities is yet to be addressed in depth. Currently, the focus lies in providing improved public transportation services and limited attention is being paid towards analyzing existing urban forms and their influence on changing travel behaviours. Therefore, through a primary survey, this study attempts to link this gap in an eco-sensitive region of South 24 Parganas utilizing Structural Equation Model to regenerate the relationship in two pilot study areas of the region. The findings of this study suggest that urban morphology influences people's transportation preferences far more than demographic and socioeconomic factors due to the closeness of various activities and infrastructures.