People using at least basic sanitation services (% of population)

This indicator reflects the proportion of the population that has access to at least basic sanitation services, which are crucial for maintaining public health and hygiene. It highlights individuals utilizing improved sanitation facilities, specifically those that are private and not shared among multiple households. These facilities include advanced options such as flush toilets connected to sewer systems, as well as septic tanks and well-constructed pit latrines. Additionally, the measure accounts for those utilizing safely managed sanitation solutions, encompassing ventilated improved pit latrines and composting toilets. Tracking this statistic is vital for assessing progress towards universal sanitation access and gauging the overall quality of living conditions, which significantly contribute to reducing disease transmission and enhancing community well-being. Source: