Household Survey on Energy Use and Dietary Quality in India, 2024

The survey gathered detailed information on household energy use, food consumption in rural and urban communities in Telangana with the aim to provide a detailed picture of how households navigate food and energy-related challenges in their everyday lives.
It covered multiple areas, including demographic composition, decision-making processes related to food and fuel, and the affordability and accessibility of essential resources.

A key focus was on household energy use, assessing sources of lighting, the reliability of electricity supply, and the types of fuels used for cooking. The survey also explored how households respond to fluctuations in energy prices, particularly how rising costs influence cooking practices and energy choices.
In addition to energy use, the survey examined dietary diversity, focusing on type of food consumed in the day before and how they were prepared.

Respondents provided insights into their reliance on different food sources, the impact of price changes on their diets, and how constraints in cooking fuel availability influenced meal preparation. A food security module assessed periods of food scarcity, meal-skipping behaviours, and strategies used to manage financial and energy constraints.