Measures for Social Infrastructure: Health Services

Maharashtra provides health services through a three-tier system: Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary care, aiming to ensure quality healthcare for all its citizens.

1. Includes Primary Health Centres (PHCs) and Community Health Centres (CHCs).
2. As of 31st March 2017:
   1,814 PHCs
   360 CHCs
3. Serve as first contact points, offering basic treatment and prevention services to rural populations.

1. Consists of Sub-district hospitals and District hospitals.
2. Handle specialised treatments and serious health issues, and act as referral centres for primary facilities.

1. Comprises Medical colleges and super-speciality hospitals in major cities.
2. Provide advanced and specialised healthcare (e.g., surgeries, research).

1. National Rural Health Mission (NRHM): Improves rural health infrastructure.
2. National Urban Health Mission (NUHM): Focuses on urban health needs.
3. Addresses important determinants: sanitation, hygiene, nutrition, safe drinking water.

Imagine the health system as a pyramid:

• Most people use the base (local clinics).
• Only a few need highly advanced care at the top.

• The three-tier system ensures most health needs are met near home, with advanced care in big cities.
• Government missions strengthen infrastructure and address vital social factors impacting health.
• Public health relies not just on hospitals, but also on hygiene, nutrition, and clean water.