REDEVELOPMENT OF KOTWALI BAZAR

DHARMSHALA, HIMACHAL PRADESH

A synopsis Report submitted to the student of

SOUTH POINT SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE
SONIPAT, HARYANA
in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the degree of

Bachelor of Architecture

Submitted to: Submitted by:

PRAKRITI GUPTA
(Thesis Guide) 13026006018
1. CHAPTER I: SYNOPSIS
1.1 Project name

REDEVELOPMENT OF KOTWALI BAZAR DHARMSHALA, HIMACHAL PRADESH

1.2 Introduction

Himachal Pradesh is slowly getting urbanized; urbanization level increasing from 6.99 percent in 1971 to 10 per
cent in 2011. Dharamshala is one Planning Area designated as such under the Act(Himachal Pradesh Town and
Country Planning Act‐ 1977). Dharamshala is going to be second smart city of himachal pradesh . The total area
of Dharamshala Planning Area is 41.63 sq. km out of which earlier Municipal Council constitutes 10.63 sq. km.
administratively, the town was divided into 11 wards. As per 2011 Census, total population of Dharamshala
Municipal Council area is 22,586.
The commercial city centre, Kotwali Bazar, is located in lower Dharamshala. These interspersed nodes of built
fabric have small retail stores with basic supplies near housing however, most residents must drive or use public
transportation to the city level market at Kotwali Bazar for most supplies and shopping. Mcleodganj known for
Tibetan handicrafts, thangkas, Tibetan carpets, garments and other souvenirs.

1.3 Location & Approach

 Location

Location Map of Dharamshala in Kangra District and Himachal Pradesh State

1.4 Project Promoter
Development Plan of Dharamshala Planning Area, Town and Country Planning Department has appointed the
Rudrabhishek Enterprises Private Limited (REPL), Noida as consultant.
Smart City proposal of Dharamshala was prepared by Dharamshala Municipal Corporation and submitted to
Ministry of Urban Development department which was accepted by the department.

1.5 Site area

Kotwali Bazar (1.3 acres)

1.6 Location map

1.7 Spatial Requirements
1 Pedestrian facility and improved walkways
2 Solving congestion issues which are due to concentration of commercial activities
3 Redeveloping of dense development,
4 Solving issues of narrow streets and encroachment.
5 ICONIC ATTRACTIONS - Creation of new natural and cultural attractions as strategic tools for development
of city identity.
6 Upgrade the aesthetic and potential of the area
7 DISASTER PROOFING – REDUCED VULNERABILITY
8 Organized space for the street vendors in the town
9 Strengthening infrastructure for enhanced quality of life

1.8 Aim & Objective

 Aim

To redevelop the kotwali bazaar .

 Objective

o Follow the cultural and heritage principles of dharmshala.

o Business Tourism
o DISASTER PROOFING
o To Conservation & development of heritage areas.
o Integration of Informal sector ‐ Development of dedicated vending zones

1.9 Validity of Project

Smart City proposal of Dharamshala was prepared by Dharamshala Municipal Corporation and submitted to
Ministry of Urban Development department which was accepted by the department. Vision for Dharamshala for
2025 in Smart City has been framed as: ‘A global tourist destination for all reasons and all seasons which is
sustainable, resilient and smart while being, for its residents, a city which is livable, economically vibrant, safe
and inclusive.’
The total area of Dharamshala Planning Area is 41.63 sq. km out of which earlier Municipal Council constitutes
10.63 sq. km. The town was divided into 11 wards. As per 2011 Census, total population of Dharamshala Municipal
Council area is 22,586.
Dharamshala will be developed as “Global tourism destination for all season and all reasons”.

1.10 Scope
1 Pedestrian facility and improved walkways
2 Solving congestion issues which are due to concentration of commercial activities
3 Redeveloping of dense development,
4 Solving issues of narrow streets and encroachment.
5 ICONIC ATTRACTIONS - Creation of new natural and cultural attractions as strategic tools for development
of city identity.
6 Upgrade the aesthetic and potential of the area
7 DISASTER PROOFING – REDUCED VULNERABILITY
8 Organized space for the street vendors in the town
9 Strengthening infrastructure for enhanced quality of life
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1.11 Limitation
There is no limitation

1.12 Climatic data

Physical setting:

Geographically Dharamshala is positioned 23˚13’ North latitude and 76˚19’ East longitude. The slope of the town
varies from area to area. The upper part of the town is situated at an altitude of 2100 meter and the lower part of the
town is situated at an elevation of 1250 meter.

Climate and Rainfall:

Climate :Dharamshala has a monsoon‐influenced humid subtropical climate. Summer starts in early April, peaks
in early June (when average temperatures can reach upto 32°C) and lasts till mid‐June. The minimum average
temperature can be reach up to 10°C in the month of January.

Autumn is mild and lasts from October to the end of November. Autumn average temperature air round 16–17
°C.
Winter starts in December and continues until late February.
Snow and sleet are common during the winter in upper Dharamshala (including McLeodGanj, Bhagsunag and
Naddi). Lower Dharamshala receives little solid precipitation except hail storm sometimes.
Winter is followed by a short, pleasant spring until April

Rainfall: rainfall is experienced around the year. The maximum rainy days experienced in the month of July and
August, maximum average rainfall up to 895 mm can be experienced in the month of July and August, making
Dharamshala as one of the wettest places in the state.
1.13 Site analysis
1.13.1 Total site area

Kotwali Bazar (1.3 acres)

1.13.2 Site photos

1.13.3 Site topography

Dharamshala consists of a compact land locked area and can be divided into two widely Dissimilar tracts – the lower
Dharamshala and the upper Dharamshala. The commercial city centre, Kotwali Bazar, is located in lower
Dharamshala. These interspersed nodes of built fabric have small retail stores with basic supplies near
housing however, most residents must drive or use public transportation to the city level market at Kotwali
Bazar for most supplies and shopping.
Land form : terrain ( regional area )

1.13.4 SOIL
Kangra District is having six types of soils out of which Alfisols (sub mountain) soil is found in the Planning Area.

1.13.5 Water supply system

Rainfall is the major source of groundwater recharge, apart from the influent seepage from the rivers, irrigated fields
and inflow from upland areas, whereas discharge from ground water mainly takes place from wells and tube wells;
effluent seepages of ground water in the form of springs and base flow in streams etc.

1.14 Methodology
This project involves principles and ethics.

It demands keen interest in religious facts, art

Sensitivity toward nature and human believes and culture.

Creating an environment for the people visiting with hope to get peace and joy.
 RELATION WITH
COLLECTING DATA INCORPORATING
PROJECT
• CASE STUDY • SITE • ESSENTIALS
• LITERATURE ANALYSATION • REQUIREMENTS
STUDY • CORELATIVE
STATERGIES

1.15 List of case studies

 BAAPU BAZAAR & Nehru Bazaar

Location: Bapu Bazaar, Jaipur & Film Colony, Modikhana, Jhotwara, Jaipur

Study- Zoning, culture surroundings, heritage

 SHANKAAR BAZAR

Location: Shankar Bazar Delhi, Central Delhi, Delhi

Study- Zoning, mixed used road,

 Akhara Bazaar & Tibetan Bazaar

Location: Akhara BazaarKullu, Himachal Pradesh 175101 & Bhootnath Mandir Road, Sarvari,
Kullu - 175101

Study- Zoning , market road