Malda (19_malda)

Malda (West Bengal) ranks as Emerging with a composite score of 63.8. Development is stable, with Water as the leading sector and Education requiring prioritised attention.

Health score of 57.1 (Emerging) reflects strong institutional delivery coverage at 93%. Child health shows moderate child nutrition gaps (stunting: 29%), with IMR at 6 per 1,000 births.

Education performance scores 49.4 (Needs Attention). Education gaps across enrollment, retention, and school infrastructure require urgent focus.

Infrastructure score 50.0 (Emerging): electrification at 99%. 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 99.5 (Front Runner): household electrification at 99% 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.