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VOL. 7, ISSUE 3 (2025)
Community awareness of mosquito borne diseases in rural areas of Ballarpur Taluka, District Chandrapur, Maharashtra
Authors
Honey S Kondra, Dr. Imran R Mithani, Dr. Naresh R Dahegaonkar
Abstract
Mosquito borne illness continues to spread
many health challenges, particularly in rural regions with less awareness and
preventive infrastructure. This study aims to determine the level of awareness
among rural residents regarding mosquitoes, their breeding sites and control
strategies of three rural villages- Visapur, Karwa and Bamni of Ballarpur
taluka, Chandrapur District, Maharashtra. Total 150 residents were randomly
surveyed through structured questionnaires to assess data on their Knowledge,
Strategies and experiences related to mosquitoes and diseases associated with
them. Most participants observed higher mosquito activities during late evening
and night hours and reported basic protective measures use against mosquitoes.
The data revealed that many respondents had some awareness on mosquito-borne
illness like Malaria and dengue, misunderstanding regarding breeding grounds
and preventive strategies were still prevalent. However, limited visits by
health authorities and inconsistent participation in awareness activities were
noted. The findings bring attention to the need for consistent community-based
awareness programs and increase public involvement for mosquito control efforts
in rural settings. This study concludes valuable perspective into present
knowledge gaps regarding awareness and helps in planning good strategies for
diseases prevention.
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Pages:60-65
How to cite this article:
Honey S Kondra, Dr. Imran R Mithani, Dr. Naresh R Dahegaonkar "Community awareness of mosquito borne diseases in rural areas of Ballarpur Taluka, District Chandrapur, Maharashtra". International Journal of Ecology and Environmental Sciences, Vol 7, Issue 3, 2025, Pages 60-65
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