Expenditure Trends in Uttar Pradesh

• 11 Dec 2025

Why in News? 

The Union Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation conducted a Monthly Per Capita Consumption Expenditure (MPCE) survey for Uttar Pradesh for the year 2022-23. 

Key Points 

• Top Urban Expenditure: Gautam Buddha Nagar (GB Nagar), home to Noida and Greater Noida, emerged as the biggest spender among urban areas, with an average MPCE of Rs 9,705. 
• Surprise Runner-Up: Gonda, an eastern Uttar Pradesh district located 100 km from Lucknow, finished second with an MPCE of Rs 8,122, surprising other major cities. 
• Other Top Cities: Baghpat, Lucknow, and Muzaffarnagar followed in the rankings with MPCEs of Rs 6,995, Rs 6,622, and Rs 6,081, respectively. 
• Rural Expenditure: In rural areas, Shravasti, one of the state's eight aspirational districts, emerged on top with an MPCE of Rs 4,462, surpassing even the urban expenditure of GB Nagar. 
• Urban-Rural Comparison: While urban populations generally had higher expenditures, districts like Shravasti, Amroha, and Ballia showed higher rural spending than urban areas. 
• Lowest Spending Areas: Ballia had the lowest urban MPCE at Rs 2,581, while its rural population spent Rs 2,753. Sonbhadra had the lowest rural MPCE at Rs 2,357.  
• Regional Differences: Western Uttar Pradesh districts showed higher spending compared to their eastern counterparts, highlighting significant regional economic disparities in the state. 
• Overall Spending: The average monthly spending in urban areas of Uttar Pradesh was Rs 4,418, while in rural areas it was Rs 3,246, with both showing a rising trend, although the overall expenditure remains below the national average.

Monthly Per Capita Consumption Expenditure (MPCE) Survey 

• Survey Year: The survey, conducted for the year 2022-23, focuses on household consumption expenditures in Uttar Pradesh and is released annually. 
• Methodology: Experts used small area estimation methods, specifically the Fay-Herriot model, to analyze data from 75 districts, adjusting for varying economic conditions. 
• Purpose: The modelling technique aimed to neutralize common variables and understand the comparative level of development across districts, helping in efficient planning for both state and national governments. 
• Focus Areas: The survey primarily focused on four key expenditure categories: food items, consumables, durable goods, and demographic particulars.