A baseline household survey was carried out by the Dogra Degree College UBA cell in the five adopted villages of Palli, Meensarkar, Kartholi Upper, Kartholi Lower & Smailpur, Bari Brahmana, and Samba. The volunteers were systematically distributed throughout several wards according to the plans of the UBA cell DDC. The representatives of the Village Sarpanch of Smailpur, Sh. Balwant Singh, the Sarpanch of Upper Kartholi, Sh. Tarsem Singh, the Sarpanch of Palli, and Sh. Randhir Sharma, the Sarpanch of Lower Kartholi, Sh. Angrez Singh and the ward members who shared the details of all the houses that needed to be surveyed and assigned an assistant to ensure a smooth survey process provided the DDC survey team with full support. ▪ All these wards' homes were surveyed by volunteers who collected data on a variety of issues, including general household information, the waste collection system, family member information, migration status, details about government programs for the villagers, sources of energy, and power and water, significant issues with village agriculture inputs, info on landholding, etc. ▪ During the data collection process, the volunteers identified that many villagers were either not enrolled in any government schemes or had not received any benefits from them. A few instances of such schemes include the PM Jan Dhan Yojana, Sukanya Samridhi Yojana, Mudra Yojana, PM Suraksha Bima Yojana, Atal Pension Yojana, Fasal Bima Yojana, PM Awas Yojana, Janani Suraksha Yojana, Kaushal Vikas Yojana, and others. ▪ The Volunteers discovered that these individuals needed family planning counseling, which the volunteers also provided, and that the families were extended. However, it wasn't the only issue. There were also a lot of other problems, such as poor living conditions, social taboos, roads, trash, drainage systems, homelessness, and health issues. ▪ The Volunteers also found that the surrounding industry's pollution was the community's main problem. The villagers' health was being negatively impacted by the pollutants coming from the factory region, which was leading to an increased risk of heart disease, lung troubles, and other ailments. Furthermore, the canal water was becoming contaminated by the untreated water that the companies were discharging, rendering it unsafe for human consumption. The pollution had also changed the village's groundwater's flavor and quality. ▪ The villages have highlighted a need for improved healthcare services and awareness initiatives due to limited access to healthcare facilities. ▪ The population of the village is diverse. A typical home consists of four to five people. The main source of income for many households in the village is agriculture. On the other hand, diversification of livelihood options and skill development is required. ▪ Although the hamlet has schools, there is a need for better facilities and kid-focused learning opportunities. ▪ The villagers emphasized the necessity for a garbage collection system, sanitary amenities, and an electrical supply.
