Role of Grama Panchayats Facilitating Health Care Services in Rural Areas With Reference to Mangalore

Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to examine the role of Grama Panchayats in facilitating and improving primary healthcare services in rural areas of Mangalore. The study aims to assess their involvement in healthcare services, implementation, and to identify the challenges and opportunities they face in the healthcare delivery system.

Design/ Methodology/ Approach: The study uses both primary and secondary data. The primary data has used the survey method with the help of questionnaires. The questionnaire consisted of 24 questions which were distributed to the residents of Grama Panchayat. For this article, the secondary data is collected from different sources like Google Scholar, Shodhganga etc.

Findings: The findings indicate that Grama Panchayats play a critical role in the delivery of primary healthcare services by facilitating awareness programs, monitoring health facilities, and supporting infrastructural development. The study also finds that there is active community participation and satisfaction among the respondents.

Originality or Value: This paper is one of the first focused studies to explore the role of Grama Panchayats facilitating healthcare services in rural areas in Mangalore. It provides insights into their contributions, limitations, and potential strategies for improving rural health governance.

Grama Panchayat, Primary healthcare services, Local Governance, Public Health

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