Rice (Paddy) in Bihar: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Bihar produced 83,02,211 tonnes of Rice (Paddy) from 32,42,184 ha (average yield 2,561 kg/ha) - #8 among states and 6% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +19% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 30,97,390 | 69,52,518 | 2,245 |
| 2020-21 | 30,20,860 | 73,92,718 | 2,447 |
| 2021-22 | 30,91,361 | 77,17,303 | 2,496 |
| 2022-23 | 29,34,556 | 78,72,851 | 2,683 |
| 2023-24 | 31,10,130 | 79,02,279 | 2,541 |
| 2024-25 | 32,42,184 | 83,02,211 | 2,561 |
Top Rice (Paddy)-Producing Districts in Bihar (2024-25)
- Rohtas: 8,83,670 tonnes (11%), yield 3,772 kg/ha
- Aurangabad: 5,60,198 tonnes (7%), yield 3,345 kg/ha
- East Champaran: 4,24,613 tonnes (5%), yield 2,011 kg/ha
- Kaimur: 4,17,729 tonnes (5%), yield 3,491 kg/ha
- Madhubani: 3,41,024 tonnes (4%), yield 2,106 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.
Rice (Paddy) Cultivation in Bihar
Bihar is among the states that grow Rice (Paddy). Rice (Paddy) (धान / चावल) here is a cereal 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 Bihar's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Rice (Paddy) MSP & Procurement in Bihar
The Minimum Support Price for Rice (Paddy) is ₹2,441/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Rice (Paddy) at MSP in Bihar during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,441. Today's market modal price of ₹3,900 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Rice (Paddy) in Bihar
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Patna Gandhi Maidan Market, Muzaffarpur APMC, Gaya Mandi, Bhagalpur 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 Bihar. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Bihar Rice (Paddy) Farmers
Bihar Rice (Paddy) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.