Assessing the p otentials for d eveloping h uman s ettlements in s ubdistricts of Shahrekord County in Iran

        Due to inappropriate and centralized planning in the past, the quality of development and its related infrastructure has created major issues in the development trend of the country. The diversity and complexity of the subject is one of the major constraints that inhibit the provision of an appropriate model for the distribution of credit. The first step in solving the problems associated with the imbalances driven by regional imbalances is to recognize and categorize regions based on their economic, infrastructure, socio-economic communication, healthcare, training and so forth.   The main objective of this study is to assess the potential for developing human settlement in Sharekord at the sub-district level. The study used evaluation models, and analytical and documentation methods. Based on this, 37 indicators were identified from which 7 indices were extracted (training, health, public utilities, communication, tourism, economic and internal). The study was carried out in 11 sub districts and the results were analyzed by SWOT. The findings of study show, a comprehensive planning is required to reflect the strengths, reinforced opportunities, and combat the threats since, the variance of development level in this county is imbalanced and the difference and dispersion of training and health indices have the most significant impact on the development level. The recommendations of this study can contribute to the improvement and rehabilitation of county level development.