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HIPCM (HIPCM)
Woman's hip circumference (in centimeters)
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HIPCM is a 5-digit numeric variable with 1 implied decimal place.

Codes

99995 = Refused
99996 = Other
99998 = Missing
99999 = NIU (not in universe)

Description

HIPCM reports, in centimeters, the circumference of the woman's hips. There is one implied decimal place in the waist circumference. Dividing HIPCM by 10 will yield the measured circumference in centimeters.

Comparability

HIPCM has no comparability problems.

Comparability - Standard DHS

HIPCM is a country-specific variable, and it is not included in any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire.

Universe

  • India 2019: Women age 15-49 whose height and weight measurements were taken.
  • India: 2019-W, 2019-C, 2019-B