Nilgiris (33_nilgiris)

Nilgiris (Tamil Nadu) ranks as High Performer with a composite score of 71.2. Development is gradually improving, with Water as the leading sector and Infrastructure requiring prioritised attention.

Health score of 84.3 (Front Runner) reflects strong institutional delivery coverage at 99%. Child health shows good child nutrition outcomes (stunting: 18%), with IMR at 9 per 1,000 births.

Education performance scores 60.1 (Emerging). School enrollment is growing but dropout rates and infrastructure quality need attention.

Infrastructure performance scores 50.0 (Emerging). Infrastructure development is progressing with connectivity and utility access improving.

Water & Sanitation scores 100.0 (Front Runner). Tap water access and sanitation coverage demonstrate strong JJM and SBM implementation.

Energy performance scores 98.2 (Front Runner). Household electrification under Saubhagya shows strong progress toward universal access.

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