Inequalities in Household Amenity Access and Its Determinants: Empirical Evidence from NSO-MI Survey
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Author: Jaspal Singh, Pooja Sikka, Dikshika Jakhar, and Manpreet Kaur
Author Address: Consultant, NITI Aayog, New Delhi-110 001 (Delhi), Assistant Professor, University Institute of Laws, Panjab University Regional Centre, Ludhiana-141 001 (Punjab), Assistant Professor, Department of Liberal Studies and Social Sciences, SGT University, Gur
Keywords: Amenities, household amenities index, SDG, Tobit regression.
JEL Codes: C24, D12, I32, R20, R22.
Abstract
Household amenities encompass a range of essential services such as clean water, sanitation facilities, healthcare services, and education, all of which contribute to a better standard of living and overall well-being. By utilizing data from the National Statistical Office's Multiple Indicator Survey (NSO-MI) report for the NSS 78th round in 2020-21, the study aimed to unravel the complex interplay between various socio-demographic variables and access to essential amenities within households. Moreover, it conducts a comprehensive comparison between rural and urban areas, evaluating districts that excel in amenity provisions for both rural and urban sectors. It also explored the resultant implications for households. The observed disparities can be attributed to various socio-economic factors, including income disparities, educational opportunities, and geographic locations.
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Indian J Econ Dev, 2025, 21(3), 436-446
https://doi.org/10.35716/IJED-25093