What is Health and Wellness Centres (HWCs)?
Historical Background
Key Points
8 points- 1.
Provide a package of 12 essential healthcare services
- 2.
Focus on preventive healthcare and health promotion
- 3.
Offer services related to maternal and child health, non-communicable diseases, and communicable diseases
- 4.
Equipped with basic diagnostic facilities and medicines
- 5.
Staffed by trained healthcare providers, including community health officers
- 6.
Utilize technology for telemedicine and digital health records
- 7.
Aim to reduce out-of-pocket expenditure on healthcare
- 8.
Operate as the first point of contact for healthcare in rural and underserved areas
Visual Insights
Key Statistics on Health and Wellness Centres (HWCs) - 2026
This dashboard presents key statistics related to Health and Wellness Centres (HWCs) under the Ayushman Bharat Scheme, highlighting their impact on primary healthcare.
- Total HWCs Operational
- 160,000+
- People Served Annually
- 800 Million+
- Essential Healthcare Services Offered
- 12
Indicates the reach of primary healthcare services across the country.
Shows the utilization of HWCs and their impact on providing healthcare services.
Highlights the comprehensive range of services provided at HWCs.
Recent Developments
5 developmentsExpansion of the HWC network across the country
Increased focus on quality of services and patient satisfaction
Integration with other health programs and schemes
Use of technology to improve service delivery
Training and capacity building of healthcare providers