This book is a comprehensive attempt to describe, analyse to interpret and evaluate the changing pattern of Land Use in Jharkhand. The present study is significant contribution to the research work in land utilisation. The integrated land resource planning and management are required to resolve these conflicts and soil resource survey seems to be a viable means in this process and knowledge of soil fertility status and problem of soils become essential for sustainable land use plan. This book is a pioneer work by the author who has examined the different factors related to land use. This study is the outcome of intensive field work done by the author. This is very useful reference book for geographers, planners who are interested in planning for land use in a particular area.