Sanitation Facilities and Health Outcomes - A Comparative Study in a Rural Village

G. Kavitha

Abstract: A secure water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) environment indicates a safe and healthy human life, safeguarding women's dignity and privacy. This paper examines the socio-economic and health conditions of rural households in Warangal, Telangana, through a comparative study (2012-2025). These findings indicate notable demographic shifts, with a decline in illiteracy (from 41.33% to 21.33%) and an increase in educational attainment at primary, secondary, and tertiary levels. These shifts are significant as they indicate a positive trend towards improved education and awareness, which are crucial for sustainable development. Access to health facilities has remained high (90%), with notable improvements in regular medical checkups and increased awareness. Sanitation facilities have shown remarkable progress, with 50% of households expected to gain access to bathroom and toilet facilities by 2025, compared to 2012. Alongside a significant reduction in open defecation, health outcomes improved. Waterborne and Sanitation-Related diseases declined.

Keywords: WASH conditions, rural households, educational progress, sanitation access, health awareness

How to Cite?: G. Kavitha, "Sanitation Facilities and Health Outcomes - A Comparative Study in a Rural Village", Volume 14 Issue 11, November 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1169-1176, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR251115173040, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR251115173040