Role of Anganwadi Centres in Child Development: A Study in Dhule Taluka

Author(s)	Dr. Dileep Jankiram Ghongade
Country	India
Abstract	Anganwadi Centres play a foundational role in early childhood care and development in rural India under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme. The present study examines the functioning and effectiveness of Anganwadi Centres in promoting child development in Dhule Taluka of Maharashtra. The study is descriptive in nature and based on primary data collected from 100 beneficiary mothers through a structured interview schedule. The research focuses on nutrition services, pre-school education, health check-ups, and infrastructural facilities. The findings reveal that while Anganwadi Centres contribute significantly to improving nutritional status and early learning preparedness among children, issues such as infrastructural inadequacies, irregular food supply, and limited health monitoring reduce overall effectiveness. The study concludes that strengthening infrastructure, improving service consistency, and enhancing community participation are essential to maximize the developmental impact of Anganwadi Centres in rural areas. Keywords: Anganwadi Centres, Child Development, ICDS, Rural Development, Dhule Taluka
Keywords	Anganwadi Centres, Child Development, ICDS, Rural Development, Dhule Taluka
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On	2026-03-05

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