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Aamcho CFR Mapping
OUR WEBGIS
Community Forest Resource Rights: Potential and Progress
INSTRUCTIONAL GUIDE: USING WEBGIS AND AAMCHO CFR GPS APP
The WebGlS and “Aamcho CFR” GPS App are transformative tools designed to enhance the process of Community Forest Rights Recognition (CFRR). These tools
aim to simplify boundary mapping, improve data accessibility, and ensure transparency in land rights claims.
PART 1: WEBGIS FOR CFRR
WHAT IS WEBGIS?
WebGlS is a digital platform that integrates maps and ground data to facilitate understanding of forest and revenue land boundaries. It is accessible via desktop
or mobile and is especially useful for community-level forest governance
- Key Features
1. Satellite Imagery Integration :
o View forests and agricultural fields in high-resolution satellite images.
2. Overlay of Boundaries :
o Add village revenue boundaries to the map.
o Superimpose forest department boundaries.
3. Zoom and Explore Villages :
o Zoom into specific villages to analyze detailed data.
o Access village revenue maps and understand forest-related records.
4. Claim Tracking :
o View areas under CFR claim directly on the map.
HOW TO USE WEBGIS?
1. Visit the website: http://cfr.atree.org/bastar/webgis.php.
3. Use layers to compare revenue and forest department boundaries.
2. Navigate the interactive maps to select areas of interest.
4. Download or print maps for community use.
BENEFITS OF WEBGIS
- Transparency: Anyone can access the maps, ensuring accountability.
- Clarity: Officials and community members can simultaneously view revenue and forest boundaries.
- Error Correction: Identifies discrepancies in boundaries and helps resolve conflicts.
- Documentation: Maintains a permanent record of boundary changes and claims.
PART 2: AAMCHO CFR MAPPING APP
WHAT IS THE AAMCHO CFR APP?
Aamcho CFR, meaning “Our CFR” in the local language, is a GPS-based mobile application that allows users to map and upload community forest boundaries
directly to the WebGlS system. It is available on the Google PlayStore and supports Hindi for ease of use by local communities.
- Key Features
1. GPS Mapping :
o Survey boundaries while overlaying revenue and forest department maps.
o Conduct GPS surveys independently with the app.
2. Boundary Upload :
o Upload surveyed boundaries to WebGlS for review by Sub-Divisional Level Committees (SDLC) and District Level Committees (DLC).
3. Record Keeping :
o Maintains a GPS-based record of boundaries after CFR recognition.
HOW TO USE THE AAMCHO CFR ?
1. Download the app from the Google PlayStore.
2. Open the app and select your language (Hindi
available).
3. Use the GPS feature to walk and record forest
boundaries.
4. Save and upload the boundaries to the WebGlS
platform
5. Collaborate with SDLC and DLC to finalize
claims.
BENEFITS OF THE AAMCHO CFR APP
- Empowerment: Local communities can map their own boundaries without external help.
- Ease of Use: Designed in Hindi for better accessibility by Forest Rights Committee (FRC) members.
- Efficiency: Eliminates manual paperwork and integrates directly with WebGlS.
- Accuracy: Ensures GPS data aligns with satellite and administrative boundaries.
COMBINED BENEFITS OF WEBGIS AND AAMCHO CFR APP
- Enhanced Governance: Simplifies claim verification and reduces errors.
- Conflict Resolution: Assists in resolving disputes over overlapping boundaries
- Training Tool: Useful for training rural officials and FRC members.
- Future Integration: Can link with claim-tracking MIS for streamlined management.
- Scalability: While currently focused on Bastar, the tools can be expanded to other regions.
SUGGESTIONS FOR WIDER ADOPTION
- Expand the use of these tools to divisional and state levels.
- Train rural officials and FRC members in WebGlS and app operations.
- Mandate SDLC and DLC to use WebGlS for claim verification.
- Utilize these tools in boundary dispute resolution.
- Integrate WebGlS and app data into MIS systems for real-time tracking.
- Integrate WebGlS and app data into MIS systems for real-time tracking.
- For villages with clear traditional boundaries matching revenue maps, simplify the process by avoiding unnecessary GPS surveys.
By leveraging the WebGlS platform and the Aamcho CFR app, communities and officials can collaboratively ensure transparent, efficient, and accurate
recognition of forest rights. These tools empower users to participate actively in forest governance while fostering accountability and inclusivity.
INSTRUCTIONAL GUIDE: USING WEBGIS AND AAMCHO CFR GPS APP
The WebGlS and “Aamcho CFR” GPS App are transformative tools designed to enhance the process of Community Forest Rights Recognition (CFRR). These tools
aim to simplify boundary mapping, improve data accessibility, and ensure transparency in land rights claims.
PART 1: WEBGIS FOR CFRR
WHAT IS WEBGIS?
WebGlS is a digital platform that integrates maps and ground data to facilitate understanding of forest and revenue land boundaries. It is accessible via desktop
or mobile and is especially useful for community-level forest governance
- Key Features
1. Satellite Imagery Integration :
o View forests and agricultural fields in high-resolution satellite images.
2. Overlay of Boundaries :
o Add village revenue boundaries to the map.
o Superimpose forest department boundaries.
3. Zoom and Explore Villages :
o Zoom into specific villages to analyze detailed data.
o Access village revenue maps and understand forest-related records.
4. Claim Tracking :
o View areas under CFR claim directly on the map.
HOW TO USE WEBGIS?
1. Visit the website: http://cfr.atree.org/bastar/webgis.php.
3. Use layers to compare revenue and forest department boundaries.
2. Navigate the interactive maps to select areas of interest.
4. Download or print maps for community use.
BENEFITS OF WEBGIS
- Transparency: Anyone can access the maps, ensuring accountability.
- Clarity: Officials and community members can simultaneously view revenue and forest boundaries.
- Error Correction: Identifies discrepancies in boundaries and helps resolve conflicts.
- Documentation: Maintains a permanent record of boundary changes and claims.
PART 2: AAMCHO CFR MAPPING APP
WHAT IS THE AAMCHO CFR APP?
Aamcho CFR, meaning “Our CFR” in the local language, is a GPS-based mobile application that allows users to map and upload community forest boundaries
directly to the WebGlS system. It is available on the Google PlayStore and supports Hindi for ease of use by local communities.
- Key Features
1. GPS Mapping :
o Survey boundaries while overlaying revenue and forest department maps.
o Conduct GPS surveys independently with the app.
2. Boundary Upload :
o Upload surveyed boundaries to WebGlS for review by Sub-Divisional Level Committees (SDLC) and District Level Committees (DLC).
3. Record Keeping :
o Maintains a GPS-based record of boundaries after CFR recognition.
HOW TO USE THE AAMCHO CFR ?
1. Download the app from the Google PlayStore.
2. Open the app and select your language (Hindi
available).
3. Use the GPS feature to walk and record forest
boundaries.
4. Save and upload the boundaries to the WebGlS
platform
5. Collaborate with SDLC and DLC to finalize
claims.
BENEFITS OF THE AAMCHO CFR APP
- Empowerment: Local communities can map their own boundaries without external help.
- Ease of Use: Designed in Hindi for better accessibility by Forest Rights Committee (FRC) members.
- Efficiency: Eliminates manual paperwork and integrates directly with WebGlS.
- Accuracy: Ensures GPS data aligns with satellite and administrative boundaries.
COMBINED BENEFITS OF WEBGIS AND AAMCHO CFR APP
- Enhanced Governance: Simplifies claim verification and reduces errors.
- Conflict Resolution: Assists in resolving disputes over overlapping boundaries
- Training Tool: Useful for training rural officials and FRC members.
- Future Integration: Can link with claim-tracking MIS for streamlined management.
- Scalability: While currently focused on Bastar, the tools can be expanded to other regions.
SUGGESTIONS FOR WIDER ADOPTION
- Expand the use of these tools to divisional and state levels.
- Train rural officials and FRC members in WebGlS and app operations.
- Mandate SDLC and DLC to use WebGlS for claim verification.
- Utilize these tools in boundary dispute resolution.
- Integrate WebGlS and app data into MIS systems for real-time tracking.
- Integrate WebGlS and app data into MIS systems for real-time tracking.
- For villages with clear traditional boundaries matching revenue maps, simplify the process by avoiding unnecessary GPS surveys.
By leveraging the WebGlS platform and the Aamcho CFR app, communities and officials can collaboratively ensure transparent, efficient, and accurate
recognition of forest rights. These tools empower users to participate actively in forest governance while fostering accountability and inclusivity.