Stone Map

Shortcut to Launch: Shift + Alt + S

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This documentation is primarily generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies or incomplete information. A thorough manual review is still pending. Please Report any errors, inconsistencies, or suggestions for improvement to ensure accuracy and reliability.

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Gautami font must be installed to generate a Stone Map using Bhukamatha.

Pre-Requisite Steps

Before running the algorithm, ensure the following:

1. Project Consistency:

   • Both Village Final Shape File and Government Land Shape File layers must be in the same projection to avoid any misalignment during processing. Verify the projection settings of the layers and the project to ensure they match.
   • If needed, adjust the projection by right-clicking the layer and choosing Layer CRS or adjusting the Project CRS settings.

2. Save the Project:

   • The QGIS project must be saved before running the algorithm, as it depends on the project directory for saving output files and layers.
   • Ensure that all layers are correctly loaded and saved in the project to maintain integrity during the algorithm execution.

Data Requirements

The following data fields are required to generate a Stone Map using Bhukamatha:

Column	Description	Type
Village Final Shape File	Final approved village shapefile	Shapefile
Choose Your LPM Column	Column representing the LP Number in the village final shapefile	Dropdown
Government Land Shape File	Shapefile containing all government land parcels, distinct from the village final shapefile	Shapefile
Choose Your District	District name, selected from the drop-down	Drop-down (Name)
Mandal Name (in Telugu)	Mandal name, entered in Telugu	Name (Telugu)
Village Name (in Telugu)	Revenue village name, entered in Telugu	Name (Telugu)
Gazette Date	13th Notification Gazette Date	Date
Gazette No	13th Notification Number	Text (Number)

Steps to Generate a Stone Map

1. Prepare Your Data

• Save the QGIS project and set the correct projection.
• Load the Village Final Shapefile and Government Land Shapefile into the project:
  • Use Layer > Add Layer > Add Vector Layer to browse and load the files, or simply drag and drop them into the project.

2. Launch the Algorithm

• Open the Stone Map Algorithm by:
  • Pressing Alt + Shift + S.
  • Navigating via the Processing Toolbox, Bhukamatha Toolbar, or Plugin Menu.

3. Fill Out the Details

• Provide all required fields as listed in the Data Requirements section.
• Double-check entries for accuracy (e.g., ensure Telugu names are typed correctly).

4. Run the Algorithm

• Click the Run button located at the bottom-right of the interface.
• The algorithm will:
  • Generate all required layers, including:
    • Land_Parcel_Stones
    • Government_Land_Stones
    • Field_Tri-Junction_Stones
    • Side_Village_Frill_Line
    • Side_VillageLayer
  • Automatically create and populate the Stone Map layout with all necessary details, including the stone count.

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All layers and files generated by the Panel are saved in the Project Directory.

5. Final Edits (Post-Processing)

After the algorithm completes:

1. Add Junction Stones:
   • Insert Bi-Junction (Old/New) and Tri-Junction (Old/New) stones using existing stone layers.
2. Adjust Stones:
   • Update or modify stone locations if necessary, selecting the appropriate layer.
3. Side Village Frill Lines:
   • Use the Side_Village_Frill_Line layer to add required frill lines.
4. Add Side Village Names:
   • Use the Side_VillageLayer point layer to label side villages.
   • Note: Bhukamatha automatically manages the opacity of this layer. It will appear with full opacity in the template and revert to orange when the template is closed.

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Avoid renaming any layers generated by the Bhukamatha Stone Map algorithm, as this will break the project.

Points to Remember

• Save Your Project:

  • The algorithm cannot run without a saved project, as it depends on the project directory.

• Verify Data:

  • Ensure all required shapefiles and fields are mapped and entered correctly.

• Projection Consistency:

  • Verify that the project and shapefiles share the same projection system.

• Preserve Layer Names:

  • Changing the names of layers generated by the algorithm will disrupt functionality.

Key Features

1. Automated Stone Map Layout:

   • Bhukamatha generates the layout with all details, eliminating manual effort.

2. Data Integration:

   • Automatically integrates shapefile data into the layout.

3. Side Village Customization:

   • Easily add side village names and frill lines using pre-generated layers.