Improving geoinformation technology by incorporating local participation

The development of Jimbung Village, Klaten Regency, Central Java Province requires good spatial database to maximize its resources. However, GIS specialists who master GeoInformation Technology still need specific local knowledge so that the participation of local communities is extremely valuable. The objective of this research is to improve GIS products by incorporating local participation. We conducted aerial and surface observation within the village area in order to complete GIS database on village boundary delimitation, current potencies (industry, food and beverage, agriculture, tourism). Participatory Learning and Action was used to identify the future development of village. The results shows that Participatory Geoinformation Technology allows to clearly identify the industrial development, small medium enterprises on processed food, agricultural activity, and tourism in Jimbung village. Active participation from stakeholders can also help identify potential sectors that need to be developed in the future. This would be very important for local government while composing Middle Term Village Development Plan (RPJMDes).