Definition of Percent Rural Population With Access To Drinking Water

The percentage of people using drinking water from an improved source that is accessible on premises, available when needed and free from faecal and priority chemical contamination. Improved water sources include piped water, boreholes or tubewells, protected dug wells, protected springs, and packaged or delivered water.

Related Indicators

• Percent Urban Population With Access To Drinking Water
• Rural Population
• Percent Urban Population
• Percent Of World Population
• Household Consumption (% of GDP)