Shahdol (23_shahdol)

Shahdol (Madhya Pradesh) ranks as Emerging with a composite score of 59.5. Development is rapidly improving, with Energy as the leading sector and Health requiring prioritised attention.

Health score of 37.6 (Needs Attention) reflects moderate delivery coverage at 77%. Child health shows moderate child nutrition gaps (stunting: 38%), with IMR at 6 per 1,000 births.

Education performance scores 62.8 (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 80.3 (Front Runner). Tap water access and sanitation coverage demonstrate strong JJM and SBM implementation.

Energy score 99.0 (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.