Understanding spatial distribution pattern of any geographic feature is considered as an important issue for physical planning, and decision making at spatial level. This paper measures spatial distribution of Urban Primary Health Centers in Chennai City Corporation. Different statistical techniques such s location quotient, health center-population ratio analysis of variance have been used to measure the spatial pattern of health centers in the city. The results reveal that the city has good number of health centers, but simultaneously these facilities are having indicated the uneven distribution at zonal level. Spatial distribution gives an insight to understand the associated locational disparities and help to plan accordingly to enhance the optimal utilization of resources.
Healthcare Centers, Distribution, Population ratio, disparity
