Abstract:
The coordinated development pattern between rural employment positions and territorial space holds significant implications for rural revitalization and rural territorial spatial planning. Employing the coupling coordination model, this study examines the spatial-temporal evolution of the coordinated development between rural employment positions and territorial space in Zhejiang Province, China, across the years 2010, 2015, and 2020. The findings reveal the following characteristics: 1) The basic features of coordinated development are predominantly mediumto-high coordination and synchronous development, exhibiting relative stability over time. Spatially, there is notable differentiation, with high coordination values concentrated along the northern shore and coastal areas of Hangzhou Bay. 2) The coordinated development pattern demonstrates five key attributes: partial differentiation in employment analysis levels, significant differentiation in spatial factors and driving vectors, high coupling, and a strong correlation with the comprehensive development index. 3) The type pattern was comparable in 2010 and 2015 but became more balanced in 2020. 4) Key obstacle factors include the proportion of employment in rural primary industries, the proportion of leaders in government agencies, organizations, enterprises, and institutions, water area, and water quality at municipal control sections. It is recommended to strengthen and optimize the spatial and temporal pattern of coordination, recognizing the enhancement of rural employment positions and their coordination with territorial space as a pivotal aspect of comprehensive rural revitalization and an essential component and objective of rural territorial spatial planning.