srjcmsSRJCMSSRJCMS2788-8851https://doi.org/10.47310/srjcms.2023.v03i02.004Assessment of knowledge Regarding Noise Pollution among the Patients Attending Outpatient Ddepartment of Civil Hospital Jogindernagar, Himachal PradeshChanderPalKanikaThakurBackground: Noise pollution is a significant environmental concern that has adverse effects on human health and well-being. Understanding the level of knowledge among individuals regarding noise pollution is crucial in developing effective strategies for its prevention and mitigation. This research aims to assess the knowledge regarding noise pollution among patients attending the outpatient department of Civil Hospital Jogindernagar, Himachal Pradesh, India. Material and Methods: This cross sectional study was conducted between January 2023- April 2023 among the patients attending civil hospital Jogindernagar, Himachal Pradesh and selected by convenience sampling technique. Data was collected through face-to-face interview using a semi-structured questionnaire. Data was analyzed using epi info v7 software using appropriate statistical tests. Results: A total of 400 respondents including 210 (52.5%) male patients and 190 (47.5%) female patients were participated in the study. Among the total, 123 (30.75%) were from urban area and 277 (69.25%) were from rural area. In the present study 41.25% (165) participants had very good knowledge (16-20 marks) towards noise pollution, 31% (124) had good knowledge (12-15 marks), 16.5% (66) had fair knowledge (8-11 marks) and 11.25% (45) having poor knowledge (<8 marks). Conclusion: The current study findings indicated a generally positive level of knowledge, with a significant proportion of participants demonstrating a good knowledge about noise pollution. Promoting awareness and understanding of noise pollution is crucial for the adoption of preventive measures and policy interventions to mitigate its adverse effects on public health and well-being.