Indian Household Food Consumption
HCES digs deep into household spending habits, giving us a clear picture of what they buy and how they’re doing. This data, combined with demographics, is vital for understanding living standards. But HCES goes beyond households. It shapes Consumer Price Indices (CPIs) by revealing spending on different goods. This ensures that CPIs accurately reflect real-world purchases. HCES data also helps analyze the overall health of the economy. The pandemic delayed the planned surveys in 2020-21 and 2021-22, but the first one is finally underway (Aug 2022 – July 2023). This information will be crucial for understanding changing spending patterns and their economic impact.
The Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) is a cornerstone of data collection by India’s National Sample Survey Office (NSSO). It began modestly, collecting spending info in every NSS round since 1950-51. Recognizing the value of deeper dives, the NSSO shifted to large, in-depth surveys on consumer expenditure every five years, starting with the 27th round (1972-73) and continuing through 2011-12. The “Household Consumption Expenditure Survey 2022-23” is the latest chapter in this legacy.
This report dives into the latest Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) conducted in 2022-23. Here’s a breakdown of key findings based on Monthly Per Capita Consumption Expenditure (MPCE):
National Averages
State-wise Variations
Union Territories
This section explores the impact of including social welfare programs on the 2022-23 HCES data. Here’s a breakdown of key findings based on Monthly Per Capita Consumption Expenditure (MPCE) with these imputed values:
National Averages
State-wise Variations
Union Territories
The HCES 2022-23 data sheds light on evolving dietary habits and opens avenues for policy interventions aimed at promoting balanced nutrition and mitigating health risks associated with processed food consumption. By embracing a multi-faceted approach that includes education, taxation, and government-supported initiatives, India can navigate towards improved dietary diversity and public health outcomes.
The HCES is a vital data collection initiative by India's National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), providing deep insights into household spending habits and shaping Consumer Price Indices (CPIs). Conducted since 1950-51, it involves in-depth surveys every five years.
The survey breaks down Monthly Per Capita Consumption Expenditure (MPCE) for rural and urban areas. It highlights state-wise variations, income inequality, and the impact of including social welfare programs on spending patterns.
HCES analyzes income disparity by comparing the bottom 5% and top 5% of both rural and urban populations, revealing significant gaps in spending capacities.
The survey emphasizes a shift towards beverages, processed foods, and increased consumption of milk and dairy products. It raises concerns about the health risks associated with processed foods and highlights the decline in pulse consumption.
The data from HCES highlights the need for multi-faceted approaches, including education, taxation, and government-supported initiatives, to promote balanced nutrition and mitigate health risks associated with changing dietary habits.
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