Year: 2026 | Month: October | Volume: 13 | Issue: 10 | Pages: 534-542
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijrr.20261048
Study on Healthcare Service of the Tribal Peoples Kendujhar District in Northern Odisha
Minati Naik
Ph.D. Research Scholar in History, Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences, Deemed to be a University, (KISS) Bhubaneswar-24, PIN-751024, Odisha, India.
ABSTRACT
The This study examines the healthcare services available to tribal populations in Kendujhar district, Northern Odisha, highlighting the challenges and progress in meeting their healthcare needs. The tribal communities in this region have traditionally relied on indigenous healing practices, such as the use of herbal remedies and spiritual healing by Gunias. However, there has been a gradual shift towards utilizing government healthcare services due to increased awareness and improved access. The establishment of Primary Health Centers (PHCs), Community Health Centers (CHCs), and the efforts of Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) and Anganwadi workers have enhanced healthcare delivery in remote areas. Despite these advancements, challenges such as geographical isolation, inadequate infrastructure, socio-economic barriers, and cultural beliefs still limit the effective utilization of healthcare services. Issues like malnutrition, maternal and child health concerns, and waterborne diseases persist, underscoring the need for targeted, community-specific interventions. A holistic approach integrating both traditional knowledge and modern healthcare practices, supported by sustained government efforts and active community participation, is essential to improve the condition and happiness of the ethnic inhabitants in Kendujhar district.
Keywords: Healthcare Services, Tribes, Kendujhar, District, Northern, Odisha.
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