Comparisons
Maradi vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Niger: Tahoua and Zinder
Maradi in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Maradi followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Maradi, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Maradi, Tessaoua and Dakoro. Out of the three cities, Maradi does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Maradi peaked in 1976-1990.
Maradi in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Maradi is Aguié with an SNDi of 2.2, which is well-connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Maradi with an SNDi of 1.25, which is very well-connected. See trends for these cities: Maradi, Aguié
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Maradi rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Maradi, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Maradi, Tessaoua and Dakoro. Out of the three cities, Dakoro does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Dakoro followed a zig-zag trend with an overall decrease.