National Statistical Office (NSO) data shows Tamil Nadu leads southern states in the share of people opting for treatment in government hospitals. The report says 43% of inpatients in the state choose government facilities.
The NSO has released state-wise details on where people seek treatment—government and private hospitals—along with indicators such as treatment for non-communicable diseases, average treatment expenditure and use of health insurance.
In Tamil Nadu, 3.6% of inpatients reportedly receive care in hospitals run by charitable trusts, while 53.4% opt for private hospitals. Among other southern states, Kerala stands at 30%, Karnataka at 29.8% and Telangana at 29.3% for inpatient treatment in government hospitals.
The report also notes that treatment in government hospitals under the Chief Minister’s insurance scheme costs an average of ₹1,357 in Tamil Nadu, lower than the national average of ₹6,631. It adds that 99% of deliveries in the state take place in hospitals.
Regional health officials said the NSO conducts annual random surveys using records maintained at government primary and sub-health centres, along with private hospital statistics. They added that the Union government uses such findings to review infrastructure support and awareness programmes for states lagging in health outcomes.
