Impact of Gender Composition of Population on Land Use in Malda District

This study examines the impact of the gender composition of population on land use patterns in Malda District and analyzes how demographic variations influence agricultural practices, settlement expansion, and resource management. The gender composition of population plays an important role in shaping socio-economic activities and land use patterns in rural and semi-urban regions. This study examines the gender composition of population in Malda district and analyzes its indirect influence on land use practices. Variations in the male–female ratio affect agricultural labor participation, decision-making in farming, and the management of natural resources. In Malda district, demographic structure influences cropping patterns, land management strategies, and the allocation of land for agriculture, settlements, and other economic activities. Women’s participation in agricultural work, household resource management, and allied activities also contributes significantly to land utilization. The study highlights that gender composition, although often overlooked, indirectly affects land use practices through labor availability, socio-cultural roles, and economic responsibilities, thereby shaping the overall land use dynamics of the region.