Spatial Analysis of Settlement Typology Along the Komoran–Polluzhë Road Corridor in the Municipality of Gllogoc (Drenas), Kosovo

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https://doi.org/10.54103/2282-0035/30861

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settlements typology, population dynamics, rural settlements, demographic change, functional classification, urban influence

Abstract

This study analyzes the typology of settlements along the Komoran-Polluzhë road, focusing on demographic, functional, and economic aspects. The research examines population changes from 1948 to 2024, highlighting transformations in settlement categories due to natural population growth, migration, and the influence of urban centers. Settlements were classified based on population size, growth rate, and functional roles, including primary rural settlements, local rural centers, settlements near urban areas, and sub-centers.

The findings indicate that over the last two decades, some settlements have experienced population decline or stagnation, primarily due to small population size, peripheral location, and migration to larger urban centers or abroad. Conversely, settlements with favorable geographic positions, proximity to urban centers, and better access to infrastructure and economic functions exhibited faster population growth and morphological transformation.

Overall, the study demonstrates the dynamic interaction between demographic trends, functional roles, and urban influence in shaping the development of rural settlements. These insights can inform regional planning, local governance, and sustainable development strategies in Kosovo.

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Ferim Gashi, University of Prishtina

Ferim Gashi is a faculty member in the Department of Geography at the University of Prishtina. His research interests focus on spatial planning, spatial analysis, and geospatial technologies. He completed his master’s studies in Sweden through a Swedish Institute scholarship and earned his PhD from the University of Tirana. He has participated in numerous international academic projects and networks, including Erasmus and CEEPUS, and is the author of more than 30 scientific publications

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2026-06-15

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Gashi, F., Sinjari, S. X., Ramadani, I., & Isufi, E. (2026). Spatial Analysis of Settlement Typology Along the Komoran–Polluzhë Road Corridor in the Municipality of Gllogoc (Drenas), Kosovo. ACME, 79(1), 231–266. https://doi.org/10.54103/2282-0035/30861

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Vol. 79 No. 1 (2026)

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