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Lifestyle Patterns of the General Public and Utilization of Smart City Facilities

 

 

N. Akshaya1and Dr. V. Mathan Kumar2

1PhDFull Time Research Scholar, Department of Commerce, Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, Coimbatore – 641 021.

2Research Supervisor, Department of Commerce, Karpagam Academy of Higher Education,  Coimbatore – 641 021.

E-mail:1akshayaakshaya890@gmail.com,2mathankumar010@gmail.com

 

 

ABSTRACT - Smart city initiatives aim to enhance urban living by integrating technology with sustainable development; however, their success largely depends on public lifestyle patterns and usage behavior. This study examines the lifestyle patterns of the general public and their utilization of smart city facilities in Coimbatore city. Primary data were collected from 665 respondents through a structured interview schedule using a convenience sampling method. The study employs percentage analysis and weighted average ranking to assess preferences related to transportation, energy usage, water conservation, waste management, and environmental practices. The findings reveal that respondents strongly prefer simple and cost-effective practices such as using public transportation, walking or cycling for short distances, sharing rides, and adopting basic energy-saving measures. In contrast, technology-intensive practices like gamified conservation applications, IoT-enabled systems, and electric vehicles show lower adoption. The study highlights the influence of socio-economic factors on lifestyle choices and emphasizes the need for improved awareness, incentives, and citizen engagement to enhance effective utilization of smart city facilities.

Keywords: Smart City Facilities, Lifestyle Patterns, Sustainable Urban Living, Public Participation, Weighted Average Ranking

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