NRLM Self-Help Group in West Karbi Anglong, Assam

Self-Help Groups of about 10 to 15 rural women under NRLM (Aajeevika), built into Village and Cluster Federations.

West Karbi Anglong, Assam · Pillar: Opportunity Infrastructure

13.8% of enterprises in West Karbi Anglong are women-owned. 68.9% of women have their own bank account, behind the typical district. Small business loans in the district run at ₹55,481 per lakh population. NRLM Self Help Groups are the vehicle through which women access credit like this to build livelihoods.

  • 13.8% India 23.6%
  • 68.9% India 79.4%
  • ₹55,481 India ₹25,996

Youth opportunity in West Karbi Anglong

75% of registered enterprises are in services while 25% are in manufacturing. 69% of school-age children are enrolled in higher secondary school (classes 9–12).

In West Karbi Anglong, which ranks 26 of 35 in Assam for youth opportunity, the overall opportunity score is 43 out of 100. It trails the national picture on women's freedom of movement at 28.4%. On women in the labour force at 45% and women taking part in all major household decisions at 78%, it sits close to the national mark.