Mapping Vulnerabilities: Poverty and Deprivation among Slum Dwellers in Ludhiana

The present study, using survey data collected from a randomly selected sample of 265 slum households, explores the incidence, intensity, and pattern of poverty across spatial locations in Ludhiana, Punjab. It explores the multifaceted dimensions of poverty and identifies factors affecting it. Decomposition analysis reveals that while factors such as years of schooling and empowerment consistently affect poverty across both slum types, the effect of food security and birth registration varies by locality. These findings suggest the need for targeted interventions to address the distinct multidimensional poverty profiles of different urban contexts.