The urban-rural gap in terms of the average monthly per capita consumption expenditure (MPCE) narrowed to 70% in 2023-24 from 71% in 2022-23, a government survey found. The average MPCE in rural areas increased to ₹4,122 and ₹6,996 in urban areas in 2023-24 at current prices. The most significant MPCE growth was observed among the bottom 5-10% of the population.