Ibraheemabad

Barabanki · Harakh

185

Citizens Digitally Empowered

How This Centre Works

A Smartpur Centre works as a community-owned digital services centre— a single place where community can access digital services, information, and skills under one roof. The working model is as follows:

1. Through the Government Panchayat Bhawan The centre established in Government GPs , strengthening the ownership of community. The centre is equipped with - IT equipment, furniture for workstation, health kit named as clinic in bag. The all Centres work under the six pillars network. 2. Local Entrepreneur / Centre Facilitator Model Each centre is run by a trained local person (Centre Facilitator/entrepreneur). This creates both employment and ownership — the centre becomes the community's own resource, not just a "project office." 3. Six-Pillar Service Delivery Education – smart classes, computer courses, career guidance Health – telemedicine consultations, basic diagnostics (health kit), awareness sessions Livelihood – skill training, market/e-commerce linkages Financial Inclusion – banking, UPI, insurance, pension enrolment Governance – e-District services, certificates, scheme applications DRR- Strengthened the community to preparedness for any types of disasters. 4. Fee-for-Service Sustainability Small nominal fee of services allows the centre to cover its own costs — which is why revenue tracking is maintained in your beneficiary registers. The goal is for the centre to remain self-sustaining even after donor funding ends. 5. Community Ownership (CMC) A Centre Management Committee — comprising local members and Panchayat representatives — stays involved in the centre's monitoring and decision-making, which is also your current priority.

Facilitated By

Balram

Reporting and documentation, Community service provider, Community mobiliser, Bridge between Community and Services, Supporting the " Reach the Last Mile"

My name is Balram, and I am from Ibraheemabad, Barabanki District, Uttar Pradesh. I believe that serving people is one of the best ways to learn about life. As a Centre Facilitator under REACHA’s Smartpur Project, I got the opportunity to understand the needs and challenges of my community. I learned about digital literacy, government services, financial inclusion, education, and livelihood activities. Every day brought a new experience and taught me something different. Helping community members access useful information gave me a sense of responsibility and satisfaction. I want to use the knowledge and skills I have gained to build a better future for myself and my family. My journey is still continuing, and I believe that determination and hard work will help me achieve my dreams.

Our Initiatives Transforming Lives

Awareness Camp on Social Protection Schemes

Jun 29, 2026

An awareness camp was organized to provide community members with information about various Social Protection Schemes and their benefits. The session focused on increasing awareness about government welfare schemes, eligibility criteria, application procedures, and the importance of accessing social security benefits. The camp encouraged community members to avail themselves of the schemes and services available to support their social and economic well-being

Community Context

6522Population

Who we serve

25 Students Enrolled for Digital Literacy Classes 546 Beneficiaries 75Community members work sensitized and made aware of Various of Government Scheme

Challenges addressed

Some community members were difficult to reach due to their unavailability during scheduled visits. Differences in education and awareness levels affected the understanding of project activities. Some households required additional support to understand the purpose and benefits of the Smartpur Project. Transportation and field movement created occasional delays.

Insights

Key Learnings

01Flexible scheduling is essential for reaching different categories of community members. Information should be delivered in a clear and locally understandable manner. Community members are more willing to participate when they understand the direct benefits of the intervention. Efficient route planning helps save time and improves field coverage.