This paper attempts to study the maternal health status of the rural Khasis of Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya. The study was conducted in Ri Bhoi District of Meghalaya (India). A total of 225 Khasi women respondents from five selected villages of Umling block in Ri Bhoi District (Meghalaya) were interviewed for the study. Secondary data were also considered for comparison. The findings of the present study revealed that high incidence of home deliveries and poor antenatal check-ups were observed among the studied population. Among the Khasi women of Meghalaya, the health indicators reflecting the condition of women has not been encouraging as revealed from various secondary data considered in the present study. Various measures including, health awareness, health education, and maternal healthcare facilities with adequate health staff etc. are to be taken into account to improve the overall health status of the community especially the maternal health.
