Role of kudumbasree in socio-economic improvement of BPL families- a case study of Chungathara grama panchayath

Abstract

The study entitled ""ROLE OF KUDUMBASREE IN SOCIO - ECONOMIC IMPROVEMENT OF BPL FAMILIES - A CASE STUDY OF CHUNGATHARA GRAMAPANCHAYATH" was undertaken to access the impact of Kudumbasree in improving the socio economic conditions of BPL families of Chungathara Grama Panchayath. The study was based on primary data collected through a sample survey of 120 NHGmembers of 6 NHGs which have completed 3 years of existence were selected on a random basis for the study . 20 members from each NHG were surveyed with he help of a Structured survey schedule. Study was mainly based on primary data, which were collected From the selected respondents through a pre-tested structured schedule. The data collected were analyzed using percentage and index. The study revealed that the social interactions of the respondents has increased much after joining Kudumbasree programme. The managerial and entrepreneurial abilities has also increased significantly after Joining the programme. The education status, contact with different development departments etc has also increased. Kudumbasree has also played a major role in the economic improvement of the members and their families. Thrift and credit operations and income generating activities started by the members had enhanced the social and economic status of BPL families. Appendix