Abstract:
This study examines the determinants of poverty
among households in Madulla division, Moneragala
District, Sri Lanka. In order to identify the relationship
between demographic, economic and socio-characteristics
and poverty among households in Madulla Division, a
regression analysis is used. Further, this study examines
the income distribution among household by using microlevel income data. The regression analysis clearly indicates
that, variables such as dependency ratio and size of the
households significantly and positively affect the poverty
level. We also find that income level of the household and
number of employed person of the household significantly
and negatively affect poverty level. Also, educational level
and nature of earning have positive impact but not
significant.
