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Anthropometric refers to the measurements and proportions of the human body. It is a scientific field focused on collecting and analyzing data about human physical dimensions, such as height, weight, limb lengths, body circumferences, and skinfold thickness. Anthropometrics plays a crucial role in physical education by helping to assess and improve physical fitness, performance, and overall health. The objective of this study was to find out the status of height and weight of 11 to 14 years boys hostellers. The target population of this study was all boys of ashram schools located in Amravati district (Maharashtra). For the present study 100 boys were select with random sampling method from Shree Ramakrushna Krida Vidyalaya, Amravati. The findings indicate a significant increase in height and weight of boys with age, with the most rapid height growth observed between 13 and 14 years and the most rapid weight growth observed between 13 and 14 years. These findings can be beneficial for health professionals, educators, and sports trainers in monitoring and supporting the physical development of children in this age group.