Research Article

Agricultural Sustainability in a Mining Context: An Empirical Inquest in Hemgir Block of Odisha, India

Table 3

The main and subcomponents of the social sustainability composite index.

Major dimensionsSubdimensionComponentsValue of subdimensionValue of major dimensions

SocialFood self-sufficiencyDepending on PDS0.280.55
Access to social institutions and resourcesMembership in a community-based organization (Benefited access to services1.00
Access to resource organization)
Empowerment and gendered equityInformation on different social development programs0.55
Participation of CBOs
Participation in decision-making
Adaptability including attitude (to adopt emerging technology)Adaption of different technologies available0.36
Following new practices