07. Application of technology in data processing for land statistics and mapping land-use types in Trung Ha commune, Yen Lac district, Vinh Phuc province

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to apply some new technologies and softwares such as Microsation V8i, Vietmap XM, TK Desktop, etc. in data processing for land statistics and mapping land-use types. These are specialized softwares with modern features such as automatic editing, map design and land statistics. The study was conducted in Trung Ha commune, Yen Lac district, Vinh Phuc province. The paper uses the survey method to collect primary and secondary data. Collected data were processed by TK Desktop software with the support of VietMap - based MicroStaion software to synthesize land statistics online as well as automatically edit and improve the land use status map. The results of the study created 3 products, including: (1) a map for land inventory at 1:2000 scale; (2) a map of land use types at 1:2000 scale; and (3) a tabular system for land statistics according to current regulations of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. These products help to improve land management of Trung Ha commune in particular and other areas in the whole country in general.