This research paper presents a comprehensive statistical and econometric analysis of the demographic profile, health infrastructure and health care services of District Kulgam, Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, based on the District Statistical Handbook 2024-25. The district has a total population of 4,24,483 (Census 2011), projected to 4,57,296 by 2023-24, with a sex ratio of 951, population density of 1,051 persons/sq.km, and a literacy rate of 59.23%. The health infrastructure comprises 194 institutions as of 2024-25, staffed by 1,120 medical personnel, with 572 hospital beds. Econometric models reveal a statistically significant declining trend in Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) from16.7to3.0 (per 1,000 live births) and Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) from 46 to 3 (per1,00,000 live births). Total patient load increased from 11.23 lakh (2019-20) to 15.18 lakh (2024-25). OLS Regressions, Pearson correlation analysis and a Composite Health performance Index confirm significant improvements across all health care outcome indicators. Policy recommendations focus on bridging the doctor population gap, improving female literacy and expanding tertiary care.
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