HastarajPandey
UAV-LiDAR surveys · Bathymetric mapping · Remote sensing analytics · 3D photogrammetry · Geospatial data processing
About Me
I'm a Geomatics Engineer and Senior Surveyor based in Kathmandu, Nepal, holding a Diploma in Geomatics Engineering and a Bachelor of Arts in Geography. With over five years in the field, I specialize in turning raw terrain data into precise, decision-ready geospatial deliverables.
My expertise spans the complete geospatial pipeline: from helicopter-mounted LiDAR acquisition over hundreds of square kilometres, to millimetre-precision terrestrial laser scanning of heritage structures, to bathymetric surveys of Nepal's critical reservoirs.
I'm drawn toward integrating machine learning and advanced remote sensing for land surface dynamics, environmental monitoring, and infrastructure planning — with a growing focus on AI-assisted change detection and flood risk modelling.
Work Experience
- Led geospatial mapping projects — bathymetric surveys, topographic mapping, and hydrological assessments across Nepal.
- Acquired and processed LiDAR, UAV, and GNSS data to produce high-resolution DEMs, DTMs, and 3D models.
- Analyzed multispectral and radar imagery in ENVI and ArcGIS Pro for land cover mapping, flood modeling, and change detection.
- Generated topographic maps, 3D visualizations, and technical reports with rigorous quality control.
- Conducted pre-field planning including risk assessment and safety protocols for every project.
- Collaborated with engineers, planners, and architects on infrastructure projects.
- Collected topographic data using Total Station and DGPS instruments.
- Assisted with layout design of Headwork, Pipeline, and Powerhouse for the Lekhu Hydropower Project.
Signature Projects
Helicopter-mounted LiDAR covering ~280 km² at 30–80 pts/m². Produced orthophotos, DSM, DTM, 0.5m/1m contours. ±8–12 cm vertical accuracy via DGPS ground control.
900 km² airborne LiDAR survey. Full pipeline from flight planning and PPK trajectory computation to final DTM, DSM, and orthophoto deliverables for irrigation infrastructure.
DJI Matrice 300 RTK with Penmuse P1 + H600 LiDAR. Generated 3D point clouds, DEM, DSM, and orthomosaic using LiGeoreference, LiDAR360, and DJI Terra.
RTK echo sounding for detailed underwater terrain modeling fused with UAV imagery. Sedimentation volume analysis for Kulekhani reservoir capacity assessment.
GIS-based hydrological study with peak discharge modeling, catchment analysis, and drainage delineation. Produced flood risk maps for solar infrastructure planning.
FARO Focus Premium TLS for high-precision documentation of historic temple. Multi-position scan registration in FARO Scene with noise filtering and georeferencing.
Technical Arsenal
- ArcGIS Pro
- QGIS
- Global Mapper
- ArcGIS Online
- LiGeoreference / LiDAR360
- FARO Scene
- ENVI
- Pix4D Mapper
- Agisoft Metashape
- DJI Matrice 300 RTK
- DGPS / RTK-GNSS
- Echo-Sounder
- Total Station
- Theodolite
- Python Workflows
- DJI Terra
- Flood Hydrological Modeling
- Point Cloud QC
- RMSE Analysis
Education & Certifications
Open to geospatial projects, remote sensing collaborations, and GIS consulting across Nepal and beyond. Let's map something extraordinary.