SOCIO-ECONOMIC CONDITION OF TRIBAL POPULATION OF MAJHUA BUSTY, JALPAIGURI DISTRICT, WB

Abstract

 India‘s tribal community’s livelihood is a multifaceted phenomenon with a dynamic and complex nature.  North Bengal region has been home to numerous primitive tribal communities since Colonial rule. Having their own traditional, ritual and economic practices, the study of tribal community of North Bengal is of primary importance. The purpose of this study is to analyse the socio-economic status and livelihood concerns of the Tribal community in Majhua Busty, Jalpaiguri.  The study revealed that the Mech and Santali communities in  Majhua busty are in deplorable state in terms of various parameters namely poor education, poor sanitation and drinking water facility, lack of permanent source of income.  The study endeavours to suggest measures to address socio-economic challenges faced by Tribal communities.