Land is basic natural resource to human being which is available every corner of the world. The
concept of changing landuse pattern is often considered a holistic approach of land surface, which is related to
the use of land in a certain region at a certain time. Pokhara Sub-Metropolis is located in central part of the
country directly falls under the shadow and in the south-facing lap of the majestic Mt. Machhapuchhre and Mt.
Annapurna. Urban growth and land use transformation are affecting sustainable use of the bio-physical
resources for the food, fuel wood, fodder, clothing and shelter. This study analyzed the relationship between the
urban growth and land use changes and their impact on the Pokhara Sub-metropolis. Primary and secondary
sources of information- Topographical and aerial photographs were used to document land use changes. All the
information was digitized and changes were evaluated quantitatively using GIS and RS.
Analysis of the study shows that eradication of endemic of malaria, tourism development, education
institutions, hospitals, air and road network and pension paying camps have contributed the rapid urban
development of Pokhara Sub-metropolis in one hand and the natural phenomena- lakes, river, suitable climate
and beautiful scene and sceneries of Himalayas have added the urban growth and resultant the change in urban
land use on the other.