- The study investigates the low contraceptive prevalence rate in Indonesia and its contribution to rising pregnancy numbers, focusing on barriers faced by women of childbearing age in rural areas.
- Utilizing data from the 2017 Indonesian Demographic and Health Survey, factors such as age, education, marital status, and wealth were analyzed to determine their impact on contraceptive use.
- Findings indicate that older age, lack of education, single status, low wealth, and having prior children serve as significant barriers to contraception among women in these regions.