The elaboration of a socio-spatial segregation index as a tool for the management and analysis of the urban space of Viçosa, MG

Abstract: The present work aimed to analyze the urban space of the city of Viçosa, MG, from the elaboration of a socio-spatial segregation index (ISSE). We used the bibliographical research on the concept of socio-spatial segregation to identify the indicators that explain it and then, a documentary research (secondary data) was carried out on the selected indicators enabling the elaboration of ISSE. As a result of the research, graphs, tables and maps were elaborated, thus making possible, through these representations, a clear analysis and visualization of the situation of the socio-spatial segregation phenomenon in the urban space of Viçosa, MG. The research brings to light the importance of the elaboration of this index as a management tool and analysis of the urban space, since it, objectively, revealed the state of the phenomenon.