Perception of Rural Population Towards Vaccination Drive in Vadodara

One of the best preventive healthcare strategies for reducing infectious diseases and enhancing public health is vaccination. To guarantee that vaccines reach both urban and rural populations, governments and international health organizations have put in place a number of immunization programs. Initiatives like Mission Indradhanush and the Universal Immunization Programme have greatly increased vaccine accessibility in India, especially in rural areas. However, how rural populations view vaccination drives is still influenced by disparities in awareness, education, cultural beliefs, and access to trustworthy healthcare information. This study looks at how rural residents in the Vadodara district feel about vaccination programs and analyzes how sociodemographic factors like awareness, education, age, and income affect vaccine acceptance. A structured questionnaire was used to gather primary data from 200 rural respondents using a descriptive research design. Academic research and public health publications provided secondary data. The findings show that age, education level, and awareness have a significant impact on vaccination perception and participation, while income level has little effect because government vaccination services are free. To increase vaccination acceptance and support the efficacy of immunization programs in rural communities, the study emphasizes the significance of bolstering awareness campaigns, enhancing health communication, and promoting community involvement.