Growth Pattern Analysis of Pre–School Children in Scheduled Tribe Communities of Kashipur Block-Purulia District, West Bengal : A Sociological Study

Abstract

Under nutrition among tribal children in India remains a critical public health concern . This study investigates the growth patterns and nutritional status of pre -school children aged 1-5 years in scheduled tribe communities at Kashipur Block , Purulia District ,West Bengal . The study assessed the nutrition status of 402 children (204 boys and 198 girls ) selected through simple random sampling across four villages : Narayangarh, Kapista, Sonaijuri, Simla. The findings revealed alarming levels of undernutrition. Among boys only 14% had normal weight for age. Among girls 13% had normal weight for age. These results highlight the urgent need for nutritional interventions in tribal communities of that region .

Key Words :  Pre–School Children , Under Nutrition,  Tribal Communities Region.