Author(s):
Vinod V, Rejuna C A
Email(s):
vinodvazhak@gmail.com , rejunaca@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/2321-5828.2025.00028 
Address:
Vinod V1*, Rejuna C A2
1Assistant Professor of Economics, Government College Kasaragod, Kerala, India.
2Associate Professor of Economics, Government Arts and Science College, Kozhikode, Kerala, India.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 16,
Issue - 3,
Year - 2025
ABSTRACT:
This study examines hospitalization patterns in India using data from the NSS 75th round (2017–18), with a focus on ailment categories, regional disparities, gender differences, hospital types and economic factors. The analysis highlights significant regional variations, with private healthcare facilities dominating in urban areas, while rural regions rely more on public services. The predominance of private hospitals reflects perceptions of better quality but raises affordability concerns. Infections emerge as the leading cause of hospitalization, followed by injuries more prevalent in rural areas due to occupational risks. Gender-wise, males exhibit a higher rate of injury-related hospitalizations. Hospitalization rates increase with household expenditure implies economic disparities in access to care. The findings call for strengthening public healthcare systems and implementing targeted interventions to ensure equitable and affordable hospital services. The study offers critical insights for policymakers, healthcare practitioners and researchers aiming to promote an inclusive health system.
Cite this article:
Vinod V, Rejuna C A. Hospitalization Pattern in India: A Disaggregated Analysis by Demography, Disease and Healthcare Provider. Research Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences. 2025;16(3):163-1. doi: 10.52711/2321-5828.2025.00028
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Vinod V, Rejuna C A. Hospitalization Pattern in India: A Disaggregated Analysis by Demography, Disease and Healthcare Provider. Research Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences. 2025;16(3):163-1. doi: 10.52711/2321-5828.2025.00028 Available on: https://rjhssonline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2025-16-3-2
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