Theni (33_theni)

Theni (Tamil Nadu) ranks as High Performer with a composite score of 67.2. Development is declining, with Water as the leading sector and Infrastructure requiring prioritised attention.

Health score of 65.0 (Emerging) reflects strong institutional delivery coverage at 99%. Child health shows moderate child nutrition gaps (stunting: 31%), with IMR at 4 per 1,000 births.

Education performance scores 59.2 (Emerging). School enrollment is growing but dropout rates and infrastructure quality need attention.

Infrastructure score 50.0 (Emerging): electrification at 98%. Targeted investment in physical connectivity and basic services needed.

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

Energy score 98.7 (Front Runner): household electrification at 98% under Saubhagya. Near-universal electricity access achieved.

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