Bhadrak (21_bhadrak)

Bhadrak (Odisha) ranks as Emerging with a composite score of 55.5. Development is declining, with Water as the leading sector and Education requiring prioritised attention.

Health score of 50.3 (Emerging) reflects strong institutional delivery coverage at 84%. Child health shows moderate child nutrition gaps (stunting: 32%), with IMR at 5 per 1,000 births.

Education performance scores 49.3 (Needs Attention). Education gaps across enrollment, retention, and school infrastructure require urgent focus.

Infrastructure score 50.0 (Emerging): electrification at 95%. Targeted investment in physical connectivity and basic services needed.

Water & Sanitation scores 82.9 (Front Runner). Tap water access and sanitation coverage demonstrate strong JJM and SBM implementation.

Energy score 56.8 (Emerging): household electrification at 95% under Saubhagya. Strong electrification with last-mile connections ongoing.

Agriculture performance scores 50.0 (Emerging). Agricultural productivity is moderate with potential for improvement through irrigation and inputs.