This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Vanuatu statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Vanuatuan statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Vanuatu-specific metadata information.
| Proxy |
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| Definition |
The “Proportion of Rural Households Engaged in Trade with Family in Urban Centres” indicator measures the percentage of rural households that participate in trade activities with their family members living in urban centres. This trade may involve the exchange or sale of goods, agricultural products, handicrafts, or services between rural households and their urban-based family members. |
| Concept |
This indicator tracks the extent of economic and social linkages between rural and urban areas through family-based trade activities. These interactions are important for the flow of goods, money, and information between rural and urban communities, helping to sustain livelihoods, support rural economies, and provide urban households with access to rural products. The indicator sheds light on the economic interdependence between rural and urban areas and the role of family networks in facilitating trade and economic activity. |
| Disaggregation |
Region |
| Rationale |
Monitoring the proportion of rural households engaged in trade with family members in urban centres is essential for understanding the dynamics of rural-urban economic relationships. Such trade can be a critical source of income for rural households and can help diversify their economic activities. It also supports urban families by providing access to fresh, locally produced goods, which may not be readily available in urban markets. |
| Method of Computation |
To compute the “Proportion of Rural Households Engaged in Trade with Family in Urban Centres,” first collect data on the number of rural households that participate in trade with their family members in urban centres. Then, obtain the total number of rural households in the area of study. Calculate the proportion by dividing the number of rural households engaged in trade by the total number of rural households, and multiply by 100 to express it as a percentage. |
| Sustainable Development Goal Indicator Alignment |
11.a.1 |
| Unit of Measurement |
Percentage |
| Frequency of Collection |
Every 5 years |