Prevalence of Anemia Among Pregnant Women in Rural Village of Sindhupalchowk District of Nepal - A Cross-Sectional Study

Background: Anemia is a global public health problem all around the world, principally developing countries like Nepal. results in maternal mortality alongside low birth weight which contributes to an increased infant rate. The prevalence of anemia ranges from 27% 42% among pregnant women depending on geographical regions. Iron and folic acid tablets are supplied free charge as part Nepal government's National Control Strategy Intensification Program. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out attending Manekharka center for antenatal checkup. Hemoglobin levels April 2018-2020 were obtained analyzed. level determined using indirect cyanmethemoglobin method. Results: We used World Health Organization (WHO) standard classification hemoglobin below 11 gm/dl determine women. result suggested that total 30.7%, (n=63) anemic. Among 4.76% had moderate (hemoglobin 7-9.9gm/dl) 96.58% mild ≥9.9mg/dl <11gm/dl). Conclusion: its suggest age group 16-19 higher whereas 25-29 lowest anemia. Moreover, revealed hills substantial.