Rice (Paddy) in Jharkhand: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Jharkhand produced 27,82,652 tonnes of Rice (Paddy) from 14,69,193 ha (average yield 1,894 kg/ha) - #15 among states and 2% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -23% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 13,57,726 | 36,12,589 | 2,661 |
| 2020-21 | 17,50,605 | 51,23,083 | 2,926 |
| 2021-22 | 17,63,548 | 53,65,174 | 3,042 |
| 2022-23 | 18,78,688 | 44,84,675 | 2,387 |
| 2023-24 | 10,99,567 | 15,15,533 | 1,378 |
| 2024-25 | 14,69,193 | 27,82,652 | 1,894 |
Top Rice (Paddy)-Producing Districts in Jharkhand (2024-25)
- Gumla: 3,60,571 tonnes (13%), yield 2,250 kg/ha
- Ranchi: 2,88,802 tonnes (10%), yield 2,129 kg/ha
- West Singhbhum: 2,44,840 tonnes (9%), yield 1,618 kg/ha
- Giridih: 1,72,516 tonnes (6%), yield 2,332 kg/ha
- Dumka: 1,52,659 tonnes (5%), yield 1,703 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 Jharkhand
Jharkhand 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 Jharkhand's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Rice (Paddy) MSP & Procurement in Jharkhand
The Minimum Support Price for Rice (Paddy) is ₹2,441/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Rice (Paddy) at MSP in Jharkhand 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 Jharkhand
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Ranchi 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 Jharkhand. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Jharkhand Rice (Paddy) Farmers
Jharkhand Rice (Paddy) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.