Changes of Consumption Pattern in India Villages: Snippets from The Household Consumption Expenditure Survey 2023-24

Abstract

The purpose of the paper is to analyse the changes in consumption pattern of Indian villages. The money devoted on food and nonfood items has changed considerably during the study period of 1972-73 and 2023-24. Consumption of cereal has decreased dramatically from 42 percent to five percent. It was observed marginal increase of consuming milk, egg, fish and meat items on food categories. Spending more money on education, health care and durable goods indicates economic development. Income inequality across the Indian villages needs attention of the policy makers. Average monthly per capita consumption expenditure was highest in south zones, and lowest in central zones.