Mayurbhanj District Research Articles

ASSESSMENT OF JAPANESE ENCEPHALITIS VACCINATION STATUS IN TRIBAL AREAS OF THE MAYURBHANJ DISTRICT OF ODISHA – A COMMUNITY-BASED CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

Objectives: Japanese encephalitis (JE) is a vector-borne viral disease that primarily infects swines, equids, and humans. Outbreaks of JE-acute encephalitis syndrome were reported from September to November 2012 and 9th September to 2nd December 2016 in Malkangiri district, Odisha. Due to the paucity of studies on JE transmission, causation, and prevention in tribal areas, the present study was undertaken to assess the JE vaccination status of children between 12 and 36 months in the Mayurbhanj district and to determine the association between sociodemographic characteristics of study participants with JE vaccination status. Methods: To estimate the JE vaccination coverage, a cluster sampling method was adopted to conduct survey in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha by selecting 45 clusters. Twenty children aged 12–36 months were selected from each cluster, and their mothers were interviewed about JE vaccination. House-to-house survey was conducted in selected villages. Mothers were interviewed about the knowledge on JE vaccination. Results: A total of 900 children were surveyed, of which a majority were born in government hospitals. The association between the literacy status of mothers and awareness regarding JE is found to be statistically significant. Furthermore, it was found that the association between vaccination coverage and area of residence of the beneficiaries in relation to session sites is statistically significant. Conclusion and Recommendation: The association of maternal literacy status with JE vaccination coverage was not significant, whereas the association with the awareness regarding JE was statistically significant. Four key messages of immunization should be delivered to every mother during vaccination.

Phytosociological study of a Grassland community of Baripada, Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India: Conservation strategies for floristic diversity

A phytosociological study of the grassland community at Maharaja Purna Chandra Autonomous College (21 º 93’ N; 86 º 76' E) was conducted from July 2022 to July 2023. The study aimed to understand the floristic diversity and propose conservation strategies. A rigorous data collection methodology was implemented using 1 m × 1 m quadrat sampling, and the findings were analyzed and presented using a novel approach. Parameters such as occurrence (+) and non-occurrence (-) of species, frequency, density, abundance, basal area, basal cover, and Important Value Index (IVI) were recorded for 36 species (18 grasses and 18 non-grasses) throughout the research period. The study revealed that certain species, including Chrysopogon acciculatus and Evolvulus nummularius, exhibited high frequency, density, abundance and IVI throughout the research period. Conversely, Eragrostis unioloides and Sida cordifolia showed the lowest IVI during the study. Basal area and basal cover data indicated an inverse relationship between grasses and non-grasses. The total Relative Frequency (RF), Relative Density (RD), and Relative Dominance (RDo.) of the community were consistently around 100 for each month, and the total IVI values were approximately 300 each month. These results underscore the need for effective conservation strategies to preserve the unique floristic diversity of this grassland community. The remarkable phytosociological attributes of this experimental grassland community may be attributed to the topography, soil composition, and climatic conditions of the locality.

ANALYSIS OF FACTORS MOTIVATING THE BUILDING AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION WORKERS FOR REGISTRATION UNDER THE BUILDING AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION WORKERS WELFARE BOARD

This study aims to observe and know the Labour welfare measures which play a significant role that influencing the level of job satisfaction of employees and help the employers in indifferent ways. So certain amount of investment for the success and the progress of the organizations or the construction sites and somehow for the society. The universe of the study includes three hundred building construction workers from different construction sites within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha. After collecting the data, they were coded and analysed by using SPSS. Binary Logistic Regression Analysis was used to show the relationship between the registration of construction workers and different labour welfare measures of OB&OCWWB. Results indicated that the registration of building construction workers depends upon the increased monetary benefits that they receive from the welfare board. This registration of the workers under the board does not depend upon their age, level of education, type of work, duration of working hours, tenure of job, and other basic amenities they receive from the board. The result of the binary logistic regression shows that different welfare measures significantly affect the registration of building construction workers under the welfare board. KEY WORDS: Welfare Measures, Binary Logistic Regression, Construction Worker, Welfare Board, Construction Sites.

Ethnobotanical Studies in Similipahar Forests of Mayurbhanj District (Orissa)

Similipahar Forests in Mayurbhanj district of Orissa are among the most luxurient and valuable forests of the state. The area is distinctive for its pristine wilderness. Only a small population consisting of a number of aboriginal tribes inhabit the area. A systematic of the forests carried out by the authors for over a period of four years has result in the finding of a number of tribal uses of the plants. The interesting ones, covering sixty seven species of vascular plants, which are not recorded in the important published literature on the medicinal and other economic plants of the country, are reported in the paper.

Study Habit among Higher Secondary School Students in Relation to Their Academic Achievement

This study intended to explore the study habit of higher secondary school students in relation to their academic achievement in the Mayurbhanj District of Baripada. The sample of the study selected through simple random sampling technique. The sample comprised of 100 higher secondary school students. The results of the study revealed that there is no significant difference in academic achievement means scores between boys and girls and there is a significant positive relation between study habit and academic achievement of higher secondary school students as whole and dimension wise.

Voices from the Classroom: Exploring the Secondary School Teachers’ Perception Towards Formative Assessment Practices

The present study focuses on exploring the teacher’s perception about formative assessment practices at secondary school. For this study investigator purposively selected 39 participants for study form 23 secondary schools of Mayurbhanj district. The study employed semi-structured interviews schedule for data collection. Collected data were analysed by content analysis and presented by thick descriptions. The study revealed that most of teachers have been four categories of formative assessment strategies have been used by the teachers such as Periodic Paper-Pencil Test, Multiple Assessment Practice, Portfolio Assessment and Subject Enrichment Activities. Further study found most of the teachers were satisfy with the infrastructural facilities of the school. Most of the teachers perceive that students are benefited in their achievements, actively participating in classroom discussion, aroused their interest for better understanding of the concept, able to know their strengths and weakness, fearless for exam and get opportunity to learn again by formative assessment. However most of them not satisfy with in-service training and parent supports for conducting formative assessment practices. Most of the teachers face problems like; absence of remedial teaching, student’s absenteeism in test or classroom, managing time to complete course, language barrier, low economic background of students, and lack of in-service training to teachers. It is suggested that, short term courses, workshops, seminars and, other necessary in-service training activities should be organized by the concern authority for professional development of teachers in formative assessment strategies. Therefore teachers will effectively implement the formative assessment practices in secondary schools.

Sustainable School WASH Plan for Mayurbhanj District, Odisha, India

Sustainable School WASH Plan for Mayurbhanj District, Odisha, India

Anthropogenic active grassland communities: Floral diversity and biological spectrum analysis in Odisha

Grasslands are the largest biome on earth. There is an urgent need to understand the value of species, plant community productivity, species composition and function of the grassland ecosystem. So, the floristic composition and life-form spectrum of ten different grassland communities in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha was studied from June 2022 to June 2023. The study revealed that the Mayurbhanj district has a unique floristic diversity composition comprising 137 species (55 Grasses and 82 Non-Grasses) belonging to 93 genera and 27 families. Among all the families Poaceae family occupies a greater number of species (i.e. 55 species) followed by Cyperaceae (26 species), Fabaceae (8 species), Asteraceae (7 species), Amaranthaceae (4 species), the species belongs to families Rubiaceae, Euphorbiaceae, Convolvulaceae, Lamiaceae and Malvaceae contribute (3 species), Orobanchaceae, Oxalidaceae, Plantaginaceae, Linderniaceae and Commelinaceae, (2 species), while the remaining 12 families represented only a single species. The species richness and growth form were calculated based on the existence (1)/ absence (0) of a particular species in each study site. The species richness of Saraskana was found to be the highest (42.33%) followed by Baripada (39.41%), Bangiriposi (35.76%), and Betnoti (35.03%). About 28.26% of species richness was estimated in Kuliana and Suliapada. A dendrogram was also prepared based on floristic similarity among study sites. There were 5 life form classes were observed in the study sites, among them Therophytes and Hemicryptophytes showed the highest diversity. The Life-form classes of the study sites were compared with Raunkier's Normal spectrum, and the Phyto spectrum of the present study indicates “Thero-Hemicryptophytic” types of Phyto climate. As a result, therophytic flora was found predominated to the extensively grazed site whereas the Hemicryptophytic flora indicated the moderately grazed and disturbed site. It is estimated that the variations in the species composition and life form in different grassland communities might be due to the Geographical distribution, biotic interference and climatic conditions of that region.

Examining toilet use and menstrual hygiene practices among beneficiary households of Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan (Clean India Mission) in rural areas of Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.

Basic sanitation and waste management have always remained a central issue in India. The country launched its flagship sanitation program - Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (SBA) (Clean India Mission) in 2014 to abolish open defecation and achieve universal sanitation coverage. This study aimed to examine barriers to toilet use and women's menstrual hygiene practices in relation to the availability of toilets among rural residents. Using a cross-sectional design and multi-stage sampling method, 120 households were selected from rural villages of the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha. Structured questionnaires and direct observation methods were used for data collection. All the houses had SBA latrines, yet 25% population defecated outside. About 40% households reportedly never cleaned their toilets. Most menstruating women (86.2%) preferred to change their menstrual pads/cloths in their bedroom instead of bathrooms. Incomplete construction was reported as the major reason for not using toilets. Large family size and low caste were found to be other predictors of non-use of toilets. Rural women did not use toilets for menstrual purposes as they do not consider these places as clean and safe. This study clearly suggests that constructing toilets without adequate behaviour change interventions would not solve the problem of hygiene and sanitation in India, particularly in rural areas. There must be adequate monitoring of SBA scheme and utilization of funds for toilet usage. Development and implementation of suitable behaviour change strategies for toilet use in rural areas are essential to achieve the goal of open defaecation-free India.

Effect of Blended Learning on the Academic Achievement in Social Science of Secondary School Students

This study has been undertaken to examine the correlation between Blended learning and Academic Achievement of Secondary school students of Mayurbhanj District. The Investigators used Experimental research method to study the variables for which 40 (18 male and 22 female) 9th class students of Govt. Secondary school of Baripada town in Mayurbhanj District were selected as samples by using Simple random sampling technique. For collection of data the investigators used Self-made achievement test for collection of data and the collected data were analyzed using Statistical Techniques like Mean, Standard Deviation and Independent t-test and tested at 0.01 and 0.05 Significance levels. The results showed that there is a significance positive relationship between the effect of blended learning and Academic Achievement of secondary school students of Baripada town in Mayurbhanj District. The findings also showed that there exists no significant difference between the boys and girls’ students of 9th class students in academic achievement using blended learning.

ANALYSIS OF LABOUR WELFARE MEASURES AND ITS IMPACT ON JOB SATISFACTION: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY ON MAYURHANJ DISTRICT OF ODISHA

The aim of this research is to examine the impact of labour welfare measures with different dimensions of work provision requirement on job satisfaction. This study observed to know that Labour welfare measures play a significant role in influencing the level of job satisfaction of employees and help the employers in indifferent ways. So certain amount of investment for the success and the progress of the organizations or the construction sites and somehow for the society. Three hundred building construction workers are participated in the cross-sectional survey, which used a structured questionnaire that they self-administered. The universe of the study includes different construction sites within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha. After collecting the data, they were coded and analysed by using SPSS. Various statistical tests were applied to test the hypotheses and matching variables. Multiple regression analysis used to show the relationship between different labour welfare measures of OB&OCWWB and their job satisfaction. Results indicated that there is a significant impact of labour welfare measures on job satisfaction. KEY WORDS: Welfare Measures, Job Satisfaction, Construction Worker, Welfare Board, Construction Sites.

Evaluating The Ecosystem Dynamics In Dambarudahar Village: A Comprehensive Analysis Of Tribal Ecology In Betnoti Block, Mayurbhanj District, Odisha

Evaluating The Ecosystem Dynamics In Dambarudahar Village: A Comprehensive Analysis Of Tribal Ecology In Betnoti Block, Mayurbhanj District, Odisha

A Twenty-First Century Tribal Scenario: A Study on Indigenous Culture of the Munda Tribe of Keonjhar and Mayurbhanj Districts of Odisha State of India

A Twenty-First Century Tribal Scenario: A Study on Indigenous Culture of the Munda Tribe of Keonjhar and Mayurbhanj Districts of Odisha State of India

Nature of occupational mobility of the tribals in Mayurbhanj district of Odisha from agriculture to non-agriculture sectors

Nature of occupational mobility of the tribals in Mayurbhanj district of Odisha from agriculture to non-agriculture sectors

Development programmes for enhancing technical knowledge and skill competency of the tribal people in Mayurbhanj district of Odisha

Development programmes for enhancing technical knowledge and skill competency of the tribal people in Mayurbhanj district of Odisha

A Twenty-First Century Tribal Scenario: A Study on Indigenous Culture of the Munda Tribe of Keonjhar and Mayurbhanj Districts of Odisha State of India

A Twenty-First Century Tribal Scenario: A Study on Indigenous Culture of the Munda Tribe of Keonjhar and Mayurbhanj Districts of Odisha State of India

Utilization of Probiotic Bacteria Enterococcus lactis for Biogenic Synthesis of Hemocompatible AgNPs

Fermented food and beverages have potential novel Probiotic microorganism which possess many beneficial role in human health and hygiene. The tribal people consume variety of locally produced fermented food and beverages regularly and hence their gut microflora are strongly benefited. Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India is diversified with many tribal population. Handia, is the most preferred fermented rice beverage in the tribal community having cultural, religious and social values associated with it. Recent advances in the fields of science like nanoscience and nanotechnology have radically changed the way we diagnose, treat, and prevent various diseases in all aspects of human life. This current investigation was undertaken to explore the various possibilities to screen the potentiality of utilizing Enterococcus lactis, a probiotic bacteria isolated from the fermented rice beverage “Handia” in terms of their efficacy for synthesis of Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs). The synthesized AgNPs were screened through Fe-SEM, EDS, XRD, FTIR, DLS and UV-visible spectroscopy characterization studies. The synthesized AgNPs exhibited enhanced antioxidant, antimicrobial and anti-biofilm forming capability. Understanding the implications of green-synthesized AgNPs from probiotic bacteria would help in designing and delivery of bioactive components present in probiotic microorganism for future drug delivery application and other nanoparticle based therapeutics in different sectors of biomedical engineering and technology.

Role of Panchayati Raj Institution and Tribal Rights in Forest Resources Management: A Study of Mayurbhanj District of Odisha

Most tribal people have been living in forest areas but do not officially permit rights to their homes, lands and livelihoods. India is the land of tribes, constituting 8.6% of its population. Tribes have been closely related to the forest, and their life and livelihood depend on the availability of forest resources in India. Forest ecosystems are crucial for biodiversity, watershed protection and the livelihood of indigenous communities. In Odisha, the forest has become and is considered a potential natural resource. Forests have been interdependent and interrelated for the tribal people in Odisha for generations. According to the well-being of the tribal people, they have depended on their habits, culture and style of life in the forests through separable entities like forest and tribal culture. Everything in the forest has been fulfilled, including social, economic, cultural, religious and medicinal needs, which the forest dwellers require. Aside from the aspects mentioned above, the study investigates the role of Panchayati Raj institutions in managing forest resources for the benefit of tribal people. It focuses on the tribe members’ level of awareness following the passage of the Panchayat Extension to the Scheduled Area Act.

Does financial inclusion promote sustainable livelihood development? Mediating effect of microentrepreneurship

PurposeThis study aims to investigate the impact of financial inclusion in promoting sustainable livelihood among indigenous women entrepreneurs. Moreover, the study has also examined the mediating role of microentrepreneurship between financial inclusion and sustainable livelihood.Design/methodology/approachStructure equation modeling has been used to analyze the mediating effect of microentrepreneurship between financial inclusion and sustainable livelihood development. In total, 598 samples of indigenous women across the Sundargarh and Mayurbhanj districts in Odisha are used for the statistical data analysis in the study.FindingsThe results showed that financial inclusion has direct and indirect effect on promoting sustainable livelihood among indigenous women. The results also highlighted that microentrepreneurship significantly mediates the relationship between financial inclusion and sustainable livelihood.Practical implicationsThe Government of India should formulate policies on financial inclusion by reviewing the findings of this study. In addition, to increase the base of microenterprises and the achievement of sustainable livelihood in rural regions, more focus should be given toward the promotion of inclusive finance among indigenous women in India.Originality/valueThe present idea has not been discussed or explored earlier among the indigenous communities in the Indian context. So, the study will benefit the marginalized groups of women in promoting their livelihood sustainably.

THE DUAL CHALLENGES OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND WORKING LIFE OF CONSTRUCTION WORKERS: A CASE STUDY IN MAYURBHANJ DISTRICT OF ODISHA

Background/Objectives: Today, it is highly emphasized that construction workers participation in the path of countrys development is depending upon by enhancing their social and economic status. In construction activities, health is the important determinant of employment, and it is the deteriorating factors consider to workers especially in construction sector. They are simultaneously engaging in economic and non-economic activities. The aim of this paper is to investigate socio-economic conditions and special emphasis has given to identify the work related problems of building construction workers in Mayurbhanj district of Odisha. Methods/Statistical analysis: The study largely relays on field data. A sample size of 300 building construction respondents were selected from the district by employing simple random sampling method. The respondents were interviewed with a well-structured schedule. Simple percentage and regression analysis was used to interpret the data. A multiple regression analysis has been conducted to show the economic impact of the construction work on the construction workers. The Garret Ranking Technique is used for analysing the study of problems faced by unorganised workers in Mayurbhanj District. Findings: In this multiple regression analysis saving is dependent variable whereas income, expenditure and type of work are independent variables. Income and expenditure are significant at 1 percent level and type of work is significant at 10 percent level. In the result of Garret Ranking the health hazards problem got the first rank with 89.44%, followed by ‘Heavy Physical Work got the second rank with 89.11 per cent of workers. This study concluded with some suggestions for improvement of the unorganised workers socio-economic conditions. KEY WORDS: Building workers, socio-economic Condition, work-site problems, Regression Analysis, Garret- Ranking Technique.