Saudi Journal of Economics and Finance (SJEF)
Volume-4 | Issue-06 | 247-252
Original Research Article
The Role of Village Agency (BPD) in Development Planning; Study in the Dirung Lingkin Village
Benz Roy, Asmu’i, Jamal Uddin
Published : June 12, 2020
Abstract
The study aims to determine the function of the Village Consultative Body in Dirung Lingkin Village, Murung Raya Regency, and to find out the factors that influence the role and function of the Village Consultative Body in the implementation of development. This research lasted approximately 3 months and is located in Dirung Lingkin Village, Bulukumba Regency. This type of research is a type of descriptive research that is for exploration and clarification of a phenomenon or social reality using data collection techniques conducted using interviews, document studies, literature studies, and observations. The results showed the role and function of the BPD in development in Dirung Lingkin Village, Murung Raya Regency, namely discussing and agreeing on a village regulation draft with the village head, accommodate and channel the aspirations of the community, as well as supervise the performance of village heads, related to the function of BPD regarding supervision. Besides, factors that influence the function of the Village Consultative Body in the implementation of development consist of supporting factors namely the level of BPD education in the recruitment or selection system of BPD members, the community, the pattern of cooperative relations with the village government, as well as the socio-cultural factors while the inhibiting factor is the participation of members of the meeting. Still lacking and facilities or the Secretariat of the BPD that does not yet exist for an office in Dirung Lingkin Village.