What is hinter?

Hinterland is a term used to describe the land that lies beyond the coast or the banks of a river, lake or sea, which is typically less densely populated and less economically developed. The term is commonly used in geography and urban planning to describe the area of land that supports and interacts with a city or a major urban center. The hinterland includes both rural and urban areas, and is often a source of natural resources, agricultural products and raw materials for the urban areas. Hinterlands vary in size and extent, depending on the location and accessibility of the urban center, and can range from a few miles to hundreds of miles. Urban planners often consider the hinterland when designing transportation systems, economic development strategies, and regional land use plans.