Pillar: Agency & Engagement
In Mahendragarh, 33% of working-age women are in the labour force, behind the typical district. A Working Women's Hostel helps women take up jobs away from home by giving them safe, affordable housing so distance is not a barrier.
80% of registered enterprises are in services while 20% are in manufacturing. Only 5% of employment is in small and medium enterprises. 65% of school-age children are enrolled in higher secondary school (classes 9–12). Only 41% of ITI trainers are certified.
In Mahendragarh, which ranks 11 of 22 in Haryana for youth opportunity, the overall opportunity score is 53.5 out of 100. It trails the national picture on women taking part in all major household decisions at 62.7%. On women with a bank account at 81.1%, it sits close to the national mark.
Mandated services and how to locate the Working Women's Hostel in Mahendragarh are in the Mahendragarh district course and the English reference guide (Hindi). See the Mahendragarh youth opportunity scorecard for the full district picture.