Unveiling the importance of touristic destinations: A socio-economic and community based analysis of Chhatarpur district

Tourism significantly boosts regional development by fostering job creation, cultural heritage promotion, and economic growth. A study on the Khajuraho Group of Monuments in Chhatarpur district, Bundelkhand, reveals that tourism enhances livelihoods, infrastructure, employment, and cultural preservation while raising awareness for historic conservation. The research adopted a socio-economic and community-based approach to assess these impacts, highlighting both opportunities and challenges for sustainable tourism growth. Key findings underscore the potential of heritage tourism to stimulate social development and economic prosperity in the region.

Bhartee, D., & Shrinivasan, G. (2026). Unveiling the importance of touristic destinations: A socio-economic and community based analysis of Chhatarpur district. International Journal of Tourism and Hotel Management, 8(8), 129–134. https://doi.org/10.22271/27069583.2026.v8.i8b.265