What are typical wages for paddy transplanting and who does this work?

Paddy transplanting is usually done by experienced gangs, very often women, and is commonly given on per acre or per bigha contract rate rather than daily wage because it is a defined, measurable job and contract gets it done faster. Rates vary widely by state and season, so the only reliable figure is the prevailing local rate this season, ask two or three nearby farmers and the contractor before fixing. You find transplanting gangs through local contractors, the village network and increasingly through farmer WhatsApp groups; the same gangs return to areas they know. Because transplanting has a narrow window, book your gang and dates early with an advance. If labour is scarce or costly in your area, also look at a mechanical paddy transplanter, available at many custom hiring centres, which can be cheaper per acre where wages are high. Confirm current rates locally before deciding.