Social infrastructure of rural territories as a potential for agricultural development in the Nizhny Novgorod region

Introduction. The article discusses the main problems that hinder the development of rural areas. An assessment of the social infrastructure of rural areas of the Nizhny Novgorod region was also carried out and the trends of their development were identified. Materials and methods. In this work, data materials from the territorial body of the Federal State Statistics Service of the Nizhny Novgorod region were used. Results. The result of the work is an analysis of the current state of rural areas and proposals for their development. The following methods were used and applied in the study: monographic, abstract-logical, economic-statistical, observations, comparisons. Discussion. During the analysis, the main reasons that slow down progress in the development of rural areas were identified: limited information, a shortage of labor (highly skilled personnel), limited funds for the development of territories, the geographical location of territories relative to urban settlements. To solve these problems, it is necessary to carry out comprehensive measures, including increasing financing for infrastructure development, attracting qualified personnel to work on projects, improving access to relevant information and creating conditions for project implementation. Conclusion. To date, the issue of increasing the density of the population living in rural areas is particularly acute and is a priority in the development of the country. As well as improving health and quality of life, ensuring social protection of citizens of the Russian Federation. To achieve the set strategic goals, programs are being implemented to support rural areas, measures are being taken to improve the quality of life of the rural population, working conditions, health care, etc.