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Various studies on tribals give rich ethnographic details about their cultural practices, perception and behavioural aspects. Despite all these studies, very few studies are conducted on the health of tribal women especially their reproductive and Nutritional health. This paper will help policy makers to develop realistic health plans based on the felt needs of tribal women. The present paper is an attempt to examine the health and customary practices among tribals with special reference to women. Health is a function, not only of medical care but also of the overall integrated development of society i.e., cultural, economic, educational, social and political situation. Each of these aspects has deep influence on health, which in turn influences all these aspects. In order to understand the customary practices & dimensions of health, it is necessary to examine briefly the basic social, economic, cultural, religious and educational concerns and aspirations of the tribal women. This paper explores the role of tribal women in the socio-economic development of their families and how it effects their health in reciprocation.