GIS-Based Spatial Equity Assessment of Temporary Waste Disposal Sites in Riverbank Informal Settlements: A Case Study of Palembang, Indonesia

Authors

  • Wahyu Saputra Universitas PGRI Palembang Indonesia
  • Kiki Aryaningrum Universitas PGRI Palembang Indonesia
  • Pujianto Universitas Baturaja Indonesia
  • Sukmaniar Universitas Gadjah Mada Indonesia
  • Muhammad Qobul Ridho Rhamadan Universitas PGRI Palembang Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26877/asset.v8i1.3124

Keywords:

GIS, Informal Settlements, TPS, Waste Collection Services, Spatial Equity, Riverbank Settlements, Accessibility, Waste Management Policy, Palembang

Abstract

Rapid population growth and urbanization in informal settlements along the Musi Riverbank, Palembang City, have intensified pressure on the waste management system, particularly due to the uneven distribution of Temporary Disposal Sites (TPS) and limited collection services. This study, conducted in June–July 2025, examines the spatial conditions of TPS and waste management through a quantitative methods approach that integrates Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with a survey of 385 respondents across 13 sub-districts. Results indicate that TPS facilities remain concentrated in densely populated areas, while Gandus and Kertapati exhibit substantial service gaps, with 63.1% of residents unaware of any TPS near their area and 20.3% reporting inadequate TPS availability. Spatial analysis shows that only 34.0% of households live within 0–0.5 km of a TPS, while 24.4% are located more than 1 km away, indicating significant underserved zones. The study recommends GIS-based TPS redistribution and stronger community engagement mechanisms as actionable strategies to support evidence-based municipal waste planning and policy.

Author Biographies

  • Wahyu Saputra, Universitas PGRI Palembang

    Department of Environmental Science, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas PGRI Palembang, Jalan A. Yani Lorong Gotong Royong 9/10 Ulu, Palembang 30263, Indonesia

  • Kiki Aryaningrum, Universitas PGRI Palembang

    Department of Primary School Teacher Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas PGRI Palembang, Jalan A. Yani Lorong Gotong Royong 9/10 Ulu, Palembang 30263, Indonesia

  • Pujianto, Universitas Baturaja

    Department of Informatics, Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science, Universitas Baturaja, Jalan Ratu Penghulu, Karang Sari, Baturaja Timur, Ogan Komering Ulu, South Sumatra 32115, Indonesia

  • Sukmaniar, Universitas Gadjah Mada

    Postdoctoral Program, Graduate School, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Jalan Kaliurang, Sekip Utara, Bulaksumur, Sleman 55281, Indonesia

  • Muhammad Qobul Ridho Rhamadan, Universitas PGRI Palembang

    Department of Environmental Science, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas PGRI Palembang, Jalan A. Yani Lorong Gotong Royong 9/10 Ulu, Palembang 30263, Indonesia

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