1.
INTRODUCTION (Purpose of the Survey) :
The Socio-Economic Survey is a crucial tool used to understand the standard
of living, livelihood patterns, and access to basic services among rural
communities. Under the AMTRON Internship Programme for Community
Engagement, this survey was conducted with the objective of gathering first-
hand data about the people residing in a specific village/ward.
The survey aims to explore key dimensions such as population structure,
educational qualifications, employment status, income levels, availability of
infrastructure, and use of natural resources. By interacting directly with the
residents through interviews and observations, this study provides a micro-
level insight into the economic and social realities of the village households.
This report focuses on collecting data that can be used for planning
development schemes, identifying beneficiaries for government programs,
and helping policymakers and NGOs understand the needs and gaps in rural
infrastructure and services. In addition to examining tangible assets like water
supply, electricity, and sanitation, the survey also highlights sensitive
indicators like the presence of chronic diseases (such as cancer), the
existence of physically challenged individuals, and children’s access to
education.
Furthermore, the findings of this survey contribute to the larger framework of
rural development, helping bridge the gap between policy design and ground-
level implementation. By conducting such grassroots-level surveys, we can
ensure that developmental efforts are inclusive, evidence-based, and
targeted toward improving the quality of life in rural communities.
2. ABOUT THE VILLAGE/WARD:
The survey was carried out in a Bilasipara town located in Assam. The area is
semi-rural with mixed infrastructure, inhabited by families mainly belonging to
the Hindu General caste. Most residents are engaged in small businesses,
private or government jobs, and live in Assam-type houses with basic
amenities.
3. DETAIL ABOUT SURVEY:
• Questionnaires: Structured survey forms were used to collect uniform
data from each household.
• Interview: Each head of the family was personally interviewed to fill the
survey form accurately.
• Observation: Physical condition of the houses, electricity, and
sanitation status were observed directly.
• Duration: The survey was conducted on 20th July 2025, covering 5
households in a single day.
4. Data Analysis Table (Household-wise Summary)
. Head of Total Male/ Boys/ School Highest Occupation Income Water Toilet Electrici
o the Members Female Girls Going Education Source
family Children Level in
family
Dulal 4 Male-3 Boys- Boys-1 Engineer Government 50000 Filtered Yes Yes
Ch Female- 2 Employee Water
Ghose 1
Susanta 4 Male-2 Boys- Boys-1 Graduate Government 50000 Hand Yes Yes
Kumar Female- 1 Girs-1 Employee Pump
Saha 2 Girls- water
1
Gopal 10 Male-4 Boys- Boys-1 Graduate Business 30000 Filtered Yes Yes
Chandra Female- 2 Girls-2 Water
Dey 6 Girls-
7
Gour 3 Male-2 Boys- Boys-1 H.S. Pass Employed 20000 Packaged Yes Yes
Kishor Female- 1 Water
Karmakar 1
Debnath 9 Male-5 Boys- Boys-1 Graduate Business 50000 Packaged Yes Yes
Ganguly Female- 1 Girls-1 Water
4 Girls-
1
5. DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE:
• Population (Total Population, Sex Ratio):
Total Families Surveyed: 5
Total Population: 29 (Males:15 | Females:14)
Average Family Size: 6.2
Sex Ratio: 722 females per 1000 males
• Caste & Community:
All families surveyed were Hindu and belonged to the General category.
• Literacy & Education:
3 families had a graduate-level member.
2 families had members with H.S. pass as the highest qualification.
6.SOCIO-ECONOMI CONDITION:
• Occupation (Source of Income):
Business: 2 families
Government Employee: 1 family
Private Employee: 2 families
No household relied solely on agriculture.
• Household Income & Expenditure:
3 Family monthly income ranged from ₹10,000 to ₹30,000.
2 family reported ₹50k/month, the highest among all.
Income suffices for basic needs, but no luxurious indicators were noted.
7.INFRASTRUCTURE:
• Type of Housing Available in Village:
2 families live in Assam Type houses.
3 families live in Building.
No family reported living in temporary shelters.
• Water & Sanitation:
Drinking Water Source:
Packaged water: 3 families
Filtered water: 2 families
Sanitary Toilet: Available in all 5 households
Drainage System: Present in all households expect one house.
Garbage Disposal: Managed in all 5 homes.
8.NATURAL RESOURCE & ENVIRONMENT:
• Land Resource:
No families engaged in paddy farming for domestic needs.
• Water Resource:
Drinking water is sourced mainly from filtered and packaged supplies,
suggesting lack of direct use of natural water bodies.
• Forest Resource:
No data on forest use or dependence was reported.
9.CONCLUSION & RECOMMENDATION
• Conclusion:
Basic infrastructure like electricity, toilets, and drainage is present in all
surveyed households expect one.
Education levels are modest, with some graduates but also families with only
H.S. pass qualifications.
Occupation is mostly non-agricultural, showing a shift toward service and
business sectors.
Health facilities may need attention, considering the presence of a cancer-
affected member.
Safe drinking water is accessed through packaged/filtered means, implying
water treatment issues.
• Recommendations:
Promote awareness and accessibility of higher education to uplift literacy.
Improve access to healthcare, especially for chronic illnesses.
Explore sustainable sources of natural water to reduce dependence on
packaged water.
Encourage self-employment and vocational training to improve income
generation.
