In a health ranking, Varanasi is number 1 in the state with a score of 0.81, showing a 30.65% improvement compared to July, and also better figures in maternal and child health and vaccination.

In the August 2026 data of the Uttar Pradesh Health Ranking Dashboard by the Department of Health, Varanasi has ranked first among all districts in the state. The district's combined score was 0.81, which marked a 30.65% increase compared to July. The ranking includes several health indicators, including maternal and child health, institutional delivery, vaccination, family planning, TB notification, and HIV screening.