Abstract
In the present study an attempt has been made to analyse the trends and patterns of family planning methods in Himachal Pradesh. The study is based upon secondary data, which was gathered from DHS, GoHP. The data related to using any method and any modern methods have been compiled from the NFHS-5 report. The exponential growth function is used to analyze the growth trends in the uses of family planning methods. The study reveals a decline in the use of sterilization, oral pills, UID, and CC in Himachal Pradesh, with the highest negative growth rate observed in sterilization and lowest in CC. Couple protection rates also showed negative growth rates, with the highest in Kullu and lowest in Bilaspur districts. No significant socio-economic differences were found in contraceptive methods use. The findings suggest a concerning trend of decreasing contraceptive methods, particularly in sterilization and couple protection rates. Disparities between districts suggest areas for targeted intervention.
Keywords
Trends, Patterns, Family Planning Methods
How to Cite:
Dr. Anil Kumar, Mr. Mukul Sharma , TRENDS AND PATTERNS OF FAMILY PLANNING METHODS IN HIMACHAL PRADESH: AN ANALYSIS , Volume 10 , Issue 8, august 2025, EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD),