Groundnut in Chhattisgarh: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Chhattisgarh produced 15,541 tonnes of Groundnut from 14,115 ha (average yield 1,101 kg/ha) - #13 among states and 0% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -53% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 21,855 | 33,298 | 1,524 |
| 2020-21 | 22,464 | 33,934 | 1,511 |
| 2021-22 | 24,634 | 41,836 | 1,698 |
| 2022-23 | 22,055 | 35,488 | 1,609 |
| 2023-24 | 18,247 | 29,193 | 1,600 |
| 2024-25 | 14,115 | 15,541 | 1,101 |
Top Groundnut-Producing Districts in Chhattisgarh (2024-25)
- Jashpur: 5,586 tonnes (36%), yield 1,200 kg/ha
- Raigarh: 2,467 tonnes (16%), yield 920 kg/ha
- Surajpur: 1,839 tonnes (12%), yield 1,090 kg/ha
- Mahasamund: 1,374 tonnes (9%), yield 969 kg/ha
- Surguja: 1,158 tonnes (7%), yield 1,076 kg/ha
Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Govt of India (final estimates), via UPAg. State figures are the sum of district estimates.
Groundnut Cultivation in Chhattisgarh
Chhattisgarh is among the states that grow Groundnut. Groundnut (मूँगफली) here is a oilseed crop with a Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Oct-Nov) season (Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Oct-Nov)). The prices above reflect wholesale rates at Chhattisgarh's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Groundnut MSP & Procurement in Chhattisgarh
The Minimum Support Price for Groundnut is ₹7,517/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Groundnut at MSP in Chhattisgarh during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹7,517. Today's market modal price of ₹6,913 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Groundnut in Chhattisgarh
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Raipur Krishi Upaj Mandi, Durg Mandi. Compare rates across 2-3 mandis the same day, grade and clean your produce for 15-20% higher bids, and register on eNAM to reach buyers beyond Chhattisgarh. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Chhattisgarh Groundnut Farmers
Chhattisgarh Groundnut growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.