Sakhi One-Stop Centre in Purnia, Bihar

Integrated medical, police, legal, and counselling support, plus shelter for up to five days, for women facing violence.

Purnia, Bihar · Pillar: Agency & Engagement

Women's mobility composite score in Purnia is 39.5%, close to the typical district. 71.6% of women take part in all three major household decisions, close to the typical district. The Sakhi One-Stop Centre supports women whose safety and agency fall short of this.

  • 39.5% India 40.8%
  • 71.6% India 72.8%

Youth opportunity in Purnia

79% of registered enterprises are in services while 21% are in manufacturing. Only 5% of employment is in small and medium enterprises. Only 41% of school-age children are enrolled in higher secondary school (classes 9–12).

In Purnia, which ranks 33 of 38 in Bihar for youth opportunity, the overall opportunity score is 39.1 out of 100. On women who own a house at 43.3%, it sits close to the national mark.