How the Poshan Tracker Calculator Works

The Poshan Tracker Calculator helps parents and caregivers check a child’s basic growth and nutrition condition using details like height, weight, age, gender, and state. The tool gives an estimated nutrition analysis based on BMI and growth comparison logic.

The calculator mainly checks whether the child is:

• Growing normally
• Underweight
• Stunted
• Moderately nourished
• Severely affected

Information Required in the Tool

The user needs to enter:

• Child Gender
• State Name
• Date of Birth
• Height (in CM)
• Weight (in KG)

After entering the details, the tool analyzes the growth condition instantly.

How the Calculation Works

The tool uses height and weight to calculate the child’s BMI (Body Mass Index).

BMI Formula Used

BMI = \frac{Weight,(kg)}{Height,(m)^2}

Example

If:

• Weight = 12 KG
• Height = 85 CM (0.85 meter)

Then:

[
BMI = \frac{12}{0.85^2}
]

BMI ≈ 16.6

The tool then compares the result with nutrition ranges.

Stunting is Checked Method

The calculator compares the child’s height with estimated healthy growth ranges.

Example Logic

• Very low height → Severe Stunting
• Slightly low height → Moderate
• Healthy height → Normal

How Underweight is Checked

The tool checks whether the child’s weight is lower than expected for their age and height.

Example

• Weight below healthy range → Underweight
• Healthy weight → Normal

How BMI Meter Works

The meter shown in the result section visually displays the child’s BMI category.

The needle moves automatically according to BMI value:

• Green → Healthy
• Yellow → Moderate Risk
• Orange → High Risk
• Red → Severe Risk

Example Result

Child Details

• Girl
• Age: 3 Years
• Height: 85 CM
• Weight: 12 KG

Tool Result

• BMI: 16.6
• Nutrition Status: Healthy
• Underweight: Normal
• Stunting: Moderate

Important Note: This tool provides an estimated nutrition analysis for educational and awareness purposes only. It is not a replacement for medical advice or official Poshan Tracker records. For accurate health assessment, users should consult doctors, Anganwadi workers, or healthcare professionals.