Facts for Prelims (FFP)
Source: IE
Context: The Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) for 2022-23 indicates a significant increase in rural consumption spending compared to urban areas over the past 11 years.
Key Findings:
| Aspect | Rural | Urban |
| Average monthly consumption spending per person | Increased by 164%, reaching ₹3,773 per month | Increased by 146%, reaching ₹6,459 per month |
| The gap between rural and urban spending | Reduced to 71.2% in 2022-23 from 83.9% in 2011-12 | N/A |
| Expenditure on food | Decreased in both rural and urban areas | Decreased, impacting CPI-based inflation |
| Expenditure on non-food items | Increased, driven by rising spending on conveyance, consumer services, and durable goods | Increased |
