Varanasi (9_varanasi)

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) ranks as Emerging with a composite score of 53.8. Development is rapidly improving, with Energy as the leading sector and Health requiring prioritised attention.

Health score of 35.4 (Needs Attention) reflects strong institutional delivery coverage at 82%. Child health shows high stunting rates requiring nutrition intervention (stunting: 42%), with IMR at 3 per 1,000 births.

Education performance scores 47.4 (Needs Attention). Education gaps across enrollment, retention, and school infrastructure require urgent focus.

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

Water & Sanitation scores 65.8 (High Performer). Tap water access and sanitation coverage demonstrate strong JJM and SBM implementation.

Energy score 98.6 (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.