Estimate the number of pregnancies of a subcentre in a village with a birth rate of 25 per 1000. Population of the subcentre is 5000.

Correct option is A

The number of expected births is calculated using the formula: (Birth Rate × Population) ÷ 1000. Here, (25 × 5000) ÷ 1000 = 125 pregnancies approximately. This estimate helps in planning maternal and child health services at the subcentre level.
Explanation for each option: (a) 125: Correct. The calculation (25/1000) × 5000 = 125 pregnancies, making it the right answer for planning health services. (b) 138: Incorrect. 138 would be an overestimate in this case based on the given birth rate and population figures. (c) 69: Incorrect. 69 pregnancies would imply a much lower birth rate, which does not match the stated 25 per 1000 standard. (d) 100: Incorrect. 100 would be correct only if the birth rate were 20 per 1000, but with a 25 per 1000 rate and 5000 population, it calculates to 125.