Unequal Loads: An ANOVA-Based Assessment of Primary Health Center Distribution and Essential Drug Supply Chains in Madhya Pradesh

Abstract

The Primary health centers are critical component of the This study evaluates the efficiency of supply chain management for essential drugs in Madhya Pradesh, India, by analysing the distribution of Primary Health Centers (PHCs) across districts. Utilizing a one-way ANOVA, the study compares the population per PHC in the top 5 and bottom 5 districts with the highest and lowest number of PHCs, respectively. The findings reveal significant disparities in the distribution of PHCs relative to the rural population, suggesting inefficiencies in healthcare delivery that warrant targeted interventions.