Análisis del sistema de transporte público en Paquisha y su incidencia en la funcionalidad territorial

Abstract

Abstract:This research analyzes the public transportation system in Paquisha and its subsequent effects on territorial functionality. A comprehensive mixed-methods approach was used, integrating prospective, qualitative, and quantitative analyses, along with data acquisition through surveys, geospatial analysis, and a document review. The diagnosis shows that low public transportation coverage, along with the poor condition of road infrastructure and the canton's poor connectivity, limit access to basic and administrative services and also limit the exchanges that must exist for effective economic access. Significant problems emerge, such as the scarcity of transportation routes to remote communities, the dependence on private vehicles, and the lack of integration between mobility and territorial planning. After identifying critical problems, a set of strategic objectives was developed to improve transportation coverage and operational efficiency, strengthen road connectivity, and incorporate advanced technologies such as geographic information systems. The research concludes that primary attention to public transportation needs to be improved to foster greater territorial equity and sustainability in population mobility.