- 2080 Baisakh · 2 marks
Difference between plan and map
Short answer
A plan is a large-scale drawing of a small area, ignoring earth's curvature and showing many details. A map is a small-scale representation of a large area, considering curvature, with fewer details and shown by symbols and contours.
What are the differences between plan and map?
| Basis | Plan | Map |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Graphical representation of a small area drawn to a large scale | Graphical representation of a large area drawn to a small scale |
| Scale | Large (e.g. 1:100 to 1:500) | Small (e.g. 1:25,000, 1:50,000) |
| Curvature of earth | Ignored; area treated as a plane | Considered for big areas |
| Details | Many details with accurate dimensions | Fewer details, shown by symbols |
| Relief | Mostly shown by spot levels | Shown by contours and hachures |
| Use | Buildings, plots, roads | Regions, topography, atlases |
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