Gain profound insights into rural Indian social dynamics with this pivotal study of education and family welfare planning in areas around Calcutta. This comprehensive 1978 survey offers a critical look at West Bengal’s grassroots realities, examining the complex interplay between educational access, family planning initiatives, and community well-being. It’s an indispensable resource for scholars, development professionals, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of socio-economic conditions and public health strategies in India during that era. Illuminate India’s past for a better future.