This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Dental
One sub-centre covers: 
Select and explain. 
A. 1000 population, B. 2000 population, C. 4000 population, D. 5000 population
D: 5000 population
Answer: D: 5000 population 
Explanation: The sub-centre is the peripheral outpost of the existing health delivery system in rural areas. 
One sub-centre covers a population of 5000 in general and 3000 in hilly, tribal and backward areas. 
The functions of a sub-centre are limited to mother and child health care, family planning and immunization. 
There are two functionaries at the level of the subcentre: one male and one female multipurpose health worker. 
One health assistant (HA) will supervise the work of 6 health workers. 
Six subcentres are located in each PHC area.

Essentials of preventive and community dentistry
Soben Peter
5th edition
Page number 226