Building Resilient Rural Communities through Technology,
Skills & Preventive Development
Project Location : Sripura Panchayat, Jharsuguda District, Odisha
In Partnership With
About the Initiative
The Smart Village Livelihood & Socio-Economic Development Programme is an integrated rural transformation initiative designed to strengthen livelihoods, healthcare access, green skilling, and community resilience in the industrially impacted rural regions of Jharsuguda district, Odisha.
The project combines technology-enabled solutions with community participation to address key development challenges related to agriculture productivity, preventive healthcare, and youth unemployment.
Implemented in Sripura Panchayat, the programme serves as both an impact-driven intervention and a field-based diagnostic platform to identify scalable CSR opportunities for long-term rural development.
Our Vision
About the Initiative
BCKIC, in partnership with Epsilon Carbon, is implementing a Smart Village model in Sripura Panchayat, Jharsuguda, to address rural livelihood challenges through integrated interventions in agriculture, health, and skilling.
Key Highlights
- 2,000–3,000+ beneficiaries
- 500+ farmers supported
- 1,500–2,000 health screenings
- 150 youth trained in solar & mechanical skills
- Village-level digital datasets generated
Our Approach
Smart
Agriculture
- Soil testing and crop advisory
- Soil health scoring and optimisation
Preventive Healthcare
- Non-invasive diagnostics (Hb, BP, BMI, ECG)
- Digital health records and referral linkages
Rural
Skilling
- Solar and mechanical training
- Hands-on learning and certification
Evidence & Insights
- Village-level data on agriculture, health, and skills
- Digital dashboards and CSR planning inputs
Smart Soil Testing & Farmer Advisory
Improving agricultural productivity through scientific soil intelligence and precision advisory.
Key Interventions
- Plot-level soil testing using portable smart diagnostic devices
- Soil Health Score generation for farmers
- Crop-specific fertiliser and irrigation advisory
- Farmer awareness sessions on sustainable farming
- Digital soil health records and monitoring
Project Impact
- Reduction in excessive fertiliser use
- Improved soil health and crop productivity
- Lower cultivation costs
- Better decision-making for farmers
Coverage
Community Preventive Health Monitoring
Strengthening rural healthcare through non-invasive digital health screening and early risk detection.
Screening Services
- Hemoglobin (Hb) screening
- Blood Pressure (BP) monitoring
- Body Mass Index (BMI) assessment
- Multi-parameter urine analysis
- Basic ECG screening
Key Features
- QR-based digital health records
- Real-time risk classification
- Referral support through ASHAs
- Village-level health intelligence mapping
Impact
- Early detection of hidden health risks
- Improved community health awareness
- Strengthened preventive healthcare systems
- Better referral and treatment follow-up
Coverage
Solar & Mechanical Green Skill Development
Creating employment-ready rural youth through hands-on technical training in solar and mechanical systems.
Training Areas
- Solar PV installation
- Electrical wiring and maintenance
- Mechanical fitting and fabrication
- Safety and troubleshooting
- Operation & Maintenance (O&M)
Programme Highlights
- 65–70% practical training
- Industry-oriented curriculum
- Certification support
- Placement and self-employment linkage
Impact
- Increased rural employability
- Local green workforce development
- Youth entrepreneurship opportunities
- Reduced migration for employment
Coverage
Why This Initiative Matters
Despite rapid industrial growth in Jharsuguda, many rural communities continue to face:
- Agricultural productivity challenges
- Limited preventive healthcare access
- Youth unemployment and migration
- Weak livelihood diversification
This programme bridges these gaps by combining innovation, local capacity building, and data-driven development planning.
Integrated Development Approach
The programme follows a Smart Village – Integrated Systems Model, where:
- Agriculture supports livelihoods
- Health strengthens productivity
- Skills create employment
- Skills create employment
- Community participation ensures sustainability
Each intervention is interconnected to create long-term socio-economic resilience.
Impact at a Glance
CSR Vision & Future Expansion
The project is designed as the foundation for a larger district-wide transformation strategy.
Based on field evidence and implementation learnings, the next phase will focus on:
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