The DHS Program, which manages registration and access for IPUMS DHS, is again reviewing new user applications and requests for expanded access from currently approved users.
FPNONIA8
(FPNONIA8)
Source of FP for non-users: Accredited Social Health Activist (public) (India)
Codes and Frequencies
Description
For women who are not currently using a contraceptive method, FPNONIA8 indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question, they reported an accredited social health activist (ASHA) as a source of family planning in response. This response category is country-specific to India.
Comparability
Apart from universe differences, FPNONIA8 has no comparability problems.
Comparability - Standard DHS
An open-ended question about where family planning can be obtained for women not currently using a method is included in Phase IV forward of the standard DHS questionnaire. FPNONIA8 is a country-specific response not included in the standard DHS modules.
Universe
- India 2005: Women age 15-49 who are not currently using a method of contraception.
- India 2019: Women age 15-49 who are not currently using a method of contraception and who have not had a hysterectomy.
