Table 4.
Transport characteristics among the study population (n=505)
| Transport vehicle | n (%) | Average cost (in INR) | Time taken to arrange transport, Median (IQR)* | Time taken to reach facility, Median (IQR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | 204 (40.4) | 285 | Immediately | 3 h (3-3.5 h) |
| Private vehicle | 190 (37.6) | 2000 | 10 min (0-30 min) | 2.5 h (2-3 h) |
| 108 Ambulance service | 47 (9.3) | 0 | 10 min (0-10 min) | 48 min (30 min-1.5 h.) |
| Private ambulance | 13 (2.6) | 2800 | 15 min (10-30 min) | 2 h (1.25 h-2.5 h) |
| Other modes | 51 (10.1) | 0 | Immediately (6-30 mins) | 30 min (30 min-1.25 h) |
*IQR is Interquartile range