Rice (Paddy) in Chhattisgarh: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Chhattisgarh produced 90,13,385 tonnes of Rice (Paddy) from 34,57,011 ha (average yield 2,607 kg/ha) - #6 among states and 6% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +7% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 42,06,304 | 84,45,986 | 2,008 |
| 2020-21 | 42,78,357 | 91,72,330 | 2,144 |
| 2021-22 | 42,89,184 | 86,82,141 | 2,024 |
| 2022-23 | 38,41,175 | 99,88,399 | 2,600 |
| 2023-24 | 33,80,732 | 84,37,348 | 2,496 |
| 2024-25 | 34,57,011 | 90,13,385 | 2,607 |
Top Rice (Paddy)-Producing Districts in Chhattisgarh (2024-25)
- Balod: 6,99,928 tonnes (8%), yield 4,176 kg/ha
- Dhamtari: 6,01,239 tonnes (7%), yield 4,015 kg/ha
- Bemetara: 6,00,088 tonnes (7%), yield 2,889 kg/ha
- Mahasamund: 5,68,377 tonnes (6%), yield 2,208 kg/ha
- Baloda Bazar: 5,39,522 tonnes (6%), yield 2,961 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 Chhattisgarh
Chhattisgarh 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 Chhattisgarh's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Rice (Paddy) MSP & Procurement in Chhattisgarh
The Minimum Support Price for Rice (Paddy) is ₹2,441/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Rice (Paddy) at MSP in Chhattisgarh 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 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 Rice (Paddy) Farmers
Chhattisgarh Rice (Paddy) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.