Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development
  • Year: 2015
  • Volume: 6
  • Issue: 4

Utilization Pattern of Maternal and Child Health Services in Banjara Community in Maharashtra

Medical Officier Group A, Zhila Parishad Solapur, Government of Maharashtra, Shree Krishana Nivas Behind Lokmanya College, Chakur, Ta. Chakur Dist. Latur

Online published on 1 October, 2015.

Abstract

To study maternal and child health problems in Banjara community. Study design: Quantative Participants: All Banjara women in the reproductive age group having child birth in last three years in Latur. Results: half of Banjara women had less than three antenatal visits. 42% home deliveries delivered by untrained relatives.42% Banjara women have no pnc. Half of children were low birth weight.

Keywords

ANC, PNC, Delivery Services