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Characteristics of the participants
| Characteristics | Pregnant (%) | Non Pregnant (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Age group | ||
| 20-29 yrs | 79% | 43% |
| 30-39 yrs | 20% | 39.5% |
| 40-50 yrs | 1% | 17.5% |
| Education | ||
| No formal education | 5.5% | 16% |
| Primary school | 14.5% | 24.5% |
| Secondary school | 48.5% | 34% |
| Graduates | 16% | 18.5% |
| Post- Graduates | 15% | 7% |
| Employment Status | ||
| Self employed | 1% | 9% |
| Government Jobs | 3.5% | 8% |
| Private Jobs | 7% | 14% |
| Housewife | 88.5% | 61.5% |
| Retired and others | 0% | 7.5% |
